Senior Mental Health Support Specialist

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Senior Support Worker to provide support to patients experiencing their First Episode of Psychosis. The role involves working with a multi-disciplinary team, engaging with patients, and maintaining high standards of care and documentation. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience with mental health issues. This fixed-term role emphasizes teamwork and patient engagement in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with people who have experienced a psychotic illness.
• 2 years' experience of working with a vulnerable client group.
• Experience of supporting people with mental health problems.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support patients.
• Drive to patient's homes and engage with them.
• Ensure high standards of care and record keeping.

Skills

Experience of dealing with agencies

Education

NVQ level 3 in health or social care or equivalent experience

Job description

A healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Senior Support Worker to provide support to patients experiencing their First Episode of Psychosis. The role involves working with a multi-disciplinary team, engaging with patients, and maintaining high standards of care and documentation. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience with mental health issues. This fixed-term role emphasizes teamwork and patient engagement in a supportive environment.