Night Mental Health Support Worker (Youth)

Care in Mind; Walmersley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Minimum 30 days holiday

Birthday day off

Enhanced pension

DBS check & training

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Mindful & Disability Confident

Long service awards

Refer a Friend Scheme

Job summary

Care in Mind seeks a dedicated Support Worker to provide high-quality residential care for young people aged 16-30 with mental health needs. The role involves night shifts, weekend work, and required training throughout employment.

The post requires good written and verbal communication, basic IT skills, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries while supporting young people through challenging situations.

Qualifications

• Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately.
• Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others.
• An ability to maintain a professional working boundary.
• Basic IT skills (computer work, forms, care system, emails).

Responsibilities

• Support young people aged 16-30 with mental health needs in residential settings.
• Provide person-centered care using therapeutic approaches to help achieve individual goals.
• Attend training sessions throughout employment (weekdays).
• Remain calm in emergencies and support others during difficult situations.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Calm under pressure

Basic IT skills

Training attendance

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Care

Job description

Care in Mind seeks a dedicated Support Worker to provide high-quality residential care for young people aged 16-30 with mental health needs. The role involves night shifts, weekend work, and required training throughout employment.

The post requires good written and verbal communication, basic IT skills, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries while supporting young people through challenging situations.