Senior Mental Health Support Worker - Intensive Life Skills

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading NHS Health Provider is seeking a part-time Mental Health Support Worker to join their Intensive Life Skills Team in Lichfield. This role involves providing therapeutic interventions and support for adults facing complex emotional difficulties. The ideal candidate will possess a foundation degree in a relevant field and significant experience in mental health settings. You will work under the supervision of senior team members in a multi-disciplinary environment, focusing on delivering evidence-based interventions.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Foundation degree or NVQ in Health and Social Care is required.
• Training in working with adults with complex mental health needs is essential.
• Experience in formulating care plans and employing evidence-based interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide interventions for adults with complex emotional difficulties.
• Support service users in crisis and assist in recovery plans.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Experience in mental health support

Ability to work independently

Communication skills

Empathy and understanding

Education

Foundation degree in relevant subject or Diploma/NVQ 3

Job description

A leading NHS Health Provider is seeking a part-time Mental Health Support Worker to join their Intensive Life Skills Team in Lichfield. This role involves providing therapeutic interventions and support for adults facing complex emotional difficulties. The ideal candidate will possess a foundation degree in a relevant field and significant experience in mental health settings. You will work under the supervision of senior team members in a multi-disciplinary environment, focusing on delivering evidence-based interventions.