Social Care Assistant: Mental Health Assessments & Support

Elysium Healthcare; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Social Worker Assistant to support individuals with mental health conditions. In this role, you will perform assessments, assist with budgeting, and liaise with external agencies. The ideal candidate has knowledge of the Mental Health Act and excellent communication skills. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a salary of £25,936 and generous leave options, contributing to a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Annual salary of £25,936

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Career development opportunities

Access to Rewards & Benefits platform

Wellbeing support

Life Assurance

Instant access to earned wages

Qualifications

• Understanding of the Mental Health Act 1983 and Care Act 2014.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work in a team and use your own initiative.
• Computer literacy and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments with service users.
• Liaise with external agencies to facilitate individual outcomes.
• Assist service users in managing budgeting.
• Maintain accurate records.

Skills

Understanding of Mental Health Act 1983

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Resilience

Computer literacy

Administrative skills

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Social Worker Assistant to support individuals with mental health conditions. In this role, you will perform assessments, assist with budgeting, and liaise with external agencies. The ideal candidate has knowledge of the Mental Health Act and excellent communication skills. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a salary of £25,936 and generous leave options, contributing to a supportive team environment.