Project Worker

Sanctuary Supported Living; Hove; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and social care organization in Hove seeks a compassionate individual to support customers with mental health needs. The role requires building professional relationships, conducting risk assessments, and developing support plans while ensuring the dignity and choice of customers. Required skills include significant experience with mental health issues and the ability to maintain accurate records. The position includes generous benefits, including up to 30 days of paid holiday after 5 years of service and opportunities for flexible working.

Benefits

25-30 days paid holiday

Pension scheme

Online discounts

Health and well-being plans

Life assurance

Flexible working opportunities

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with adults with mental health needs.
• Ability to relate and empathise with people with mental health issues.
• Experience developing and maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for customers with mental health needs.
• Develop professional relationships ensuring choice and dignity.
• Conduct risk assessments and update support plans.

Skills

Experience with adults with mental health needs

Ability to empathize with mental health issues

Ability to work under pressure

Record-keeping and support plan management

Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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 is maintained
• Delivery of small group activities to promote recovery and well-being

Skills and Experience

• 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 willing to work towards is desirable

Benefits

• At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays)
• 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: 227004

Please note: If you have lived or worked overseas, you may be required to provide an overseas police check. Any costs incurred for this will be reimbursed once employment has commenced.

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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.