Night Support Worker: Mental Health for Young People

Care In Mind; Preston; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health support organization in Preston is seeking a Mental Health Waking Night Support Worker to assist young people aged 16-30 with various mental health challenges. Responsibilities include providing support during the night, managing incidents, and maintaining care records. Candidates should have flexibility, communication skills, and ideally some experience in care. Full training will be provided. This role offers a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Minimum 30 days holiday

Enhanced company sick pay

Paid Training and Induction

Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Ability to attend night shifts including weekends and bank holidays.
• Must maintain professional working boundaries.
• Experience with young people with mental health needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support young people's wellbeing and education during night hours.
• Manage incidents and de-escalate challenging behaviors.
• Update online care records and complete medication administration.

Skills

Flexibility

Good written communication

Basic IT skills

Good verbal communication

Calmness in emergencies

Education

NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care

Job description

A mental health support organization in Preston is seeking a Mental Health Waking Night Support Worker to assist young people aged 16-30 with various mental health challenges. Responsibilities include providing support during the night, managing incidents, and maintaining care records. Candidates should have flexibility, communication skills, and ideally some experience in care. Full training will be provided. This role offers a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development.