Project Worker

Sanctuary Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

At least 25 days paid holiday

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Various discounts from major retailers

Health and well-being plans

Family-friendly arrangements

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organization in Blackburn seeks a compassionate Project Worker to support individuals with mental health needs. The role focuses on promoting independence, conducting risk assessments, and developing support plans. Candidates should have experience working with adults facing mental health challenges and be able to work effectively in high-pressure situations. Benefits include generous holiday, pension contributions, and continuous training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals with mental health needs.
• Ability to relate and empathize with clients.
• Capacity to maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to encourage independence for customers.
• Undertake risk assessments and review customer needs.
• Develop professional relationships to ensure client dignity.

Skills

Experience with adults with mental health needs

Ability to empathize with mental health issues

Effective under pressure

Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Project Worker

69 Roebuck Close, Blackburn BB2 2LP

£13.34 per hour

37.5 hours per week

Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Project Worker at our Mental Health Service at Roebuck Close, Blackburn.

At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible.

We’re a national organisation, but we’re not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence.

No matter your job – delivering support directly or working in our offices to support our frontline teams – your work makes a difference every day.

And working with us isn’t just another job. It’s rewarding, inspiring, exciting and it provides an opportunity to make a real, positive impact on people’s lives. Plus, we’ll support you in reaching your aspirations and career goals, through comprehensive training and benefits.

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 is 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 willing 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)
• 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

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.

Job Segment

Counseling, Home Care, Healthcare

Job Reference

227539

We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

Apply early as we reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.