Project Worker

Sanctuary Supported Living; Chatham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based support organization is seeking a Project Worker to provide support for customers with mental health needs in Chatham. You will encourage independence, manage support plans, and facilitate group activities. The ideal candidate will have experience working with adults facing mental health challenges and a willingness to work towards NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care. The role offers at least 25 days of paid holiday and various benefits including a pension scheme.

Benefits

At least 25 days paid holiday

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Health and well-being plans

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and maintaining accurate records.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ Level 3 qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for customers with mental health needs.
• Regularly assess and update support plans.
• Deliver small group activities to promote recovery.

Skills

Experience with adults with mental health needs

Ability to relate and empathise with people with mental health issues

Ability to work under pressure

Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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The role of Project Worker will include:

• Providing support to encourage our customers with mental health needs to maximise their own potential and independence.
• Supporting progress towards independence in managing positive mental health.
• Offering one-to-one support as required.
• Promoting safety by undertaking risk assessments and reviewing customers’ needs.
• Regularly assessing the needs of customers, writing, and updating support plans.
• Developing professional relationships with customers, using appropriate and clear communication to ensure their personal choice, privacy, and dignity are maintained.
• Delivery of small group activities to promote recovery and well-being.

Skills and experiences:

• Previous experience of working with adults with mental health needs.
• The ability to relate and empathise with people with mental health issues.
• You may have lived experience of using mental health services and will have the knowledge and understanding to support people in crisis.
• Ability to work effectively in highly pressured situations.
• Experience with developing and maintaining accurate records and support plans.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages and internet communications.
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willingness to work towards is desirable.

Are you ready to be your best?

Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:

• At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays) pro rata.
• A pension scheme with employer contributions.
• A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers.
• Health and well-being plans.
• Life assurance.
• Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working.
• Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme.
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities.

Job Reference: 225203

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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.