Support Worker

Rehability UK Group; Walsall; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide high-quality care to individuals with mental health challenges. In this impactful role, you'll support service users in developing coping strategies, participate in therapeutic activities, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized care plans. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those in need while advancing your career in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for helping others and are looking for a rewarding role, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Opportunity to complete apprenticeship in health and social care

Refer a friend payment scheme

Competitive rates of pay

Opportunities for career progression

Free training to enhance skills

Employee experience app with discounts

FREE prize draws

FREE courses and advice services

1 free movie download a month

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health support work is essential.
• Training in mental health first aid and NVQ Level 2 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support and facilitate therapeutic activities.
• Monitor mental health status and assist with daily living activities.
• Collaborate on individualized care plans and advocate for clients.

Skills

Emotional Support

Coping Strategies

Therapeutic Activities

Crisis Intervention

Advocacy

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Mental Health First Aid Training

Job description

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• Job Title: Support Worker
• Job Reference: MS1199452WalSW
• Location: Walsall, West Midlands, United Kingdom

JOB PURPOSE:

The aim of the service is to provide accommodation-based step-down (High/Medium/Low) support to people referred by designated referral agencies that will allow them to address their complex support needs and prepare for independent living.

The service will provide support pathways to 14 people and will be flexible and responsive to the multiple needs of service users including people:

• Age 18+, both male and females
• People with mental health problems, including dual diagnoses.
• People with personality disorders
• People with substance misuse
• People with forensic history

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will have a significant role in providing high-quality care and support to service users.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide emotional support and actively listen to individuals with mental health conditions.
• Assist individuals in developing and maintaining coping strategies to manage their symptoms.
• Facilitate and participate in therapeutic activities and group sessions.
• Monitor and record individuals' mental health status and report any significant changes.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor their effects.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities, such as personal care and meal preparation.
• Support individuals in accessing and engaging with community resources and support networks.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to create and implement individualised care plans.
• Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
• Educate individuals and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options.
• Advocate for individuals' rights and promote their social inclusion.
• Document observations and interventions accurately and maintain confidentiality.
• Support individuals in developing and achieving their goals for recovery and independence.
• Promote a safe and therapeutic environment for individuals in mental health settings.
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance knowledge and skills in mental health support.

Other Responsibilities and Duties as Required:

• Other responsibilities than those described above may be required to be undertaken from time to time and will be expected to be performed as long as it is within the capability and level of the position.
• This Job Description is not intended to be an exhaustive list but to indicate the main responsibilities of the post. It will be reviewed periodically to consider changes and developments in service requirements. Any changes will be discussed fully with the post holder.

DESIRED:

• Experience in working as a Mental Health support worker
• Experience in working in a mental health acute/PICU setting
• Mental Health first aid training and NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

BENEFITS:

In return for joining us, we can offer a range of benefits including:

• Opportunity to complete your apprenticeship in health and social care
• Refer a friend payment scheme which is £250-500 bonus if working with us personally for over 6-month period.
• Competitive rates of pay
• Opportunities to progress through our personalised career paths into more senior and management roles
• Free training to help develop and enhance your skills

For our staff, we are now offering Perk box - an employee experience app that comes with a lot of perks such as:

• Discounts across 350 retail stores
• FREE prize draws to win £500 worth of White Stuff goods.
• FREE courses, counselling, legal & financial advice
• 1 free movie download a month.