Support Worker (Mental Health)

Newcross Healthcare Solutions; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to provide essential support to clients experiencing mental health challenges. Responsibilities include personal care, crisis intervention, and medication management. Candidates should have at least 6 months of care experience, a valid driver's license, and the right to work in the UK. This role offers flexible shifts and various training opportunities, allowing you to grow while making a difference in clients' lives.

Benefits

Access to FlexiPay

Long-term bookings

Unlimited free training

Referral bonus

Welcome gift and uniform

Exclusive discounts at Perks at Work

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months professional care experience or caring for a loved one in the UK.
• Ability to assist clients with limited mobility.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Valid driver's licence and reliable access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to clients.
• Respond to challenging behaviour with empathy.
• Provide crisis intervention support.
• Promote independence and build life skills.
• Ensure safe and timely medication administration.
• Address complex needs with specialist clinical care.

Skills

Professional care experience

Empathy and professionalism

Crisis intervention

Medication management

Job description

Overview

Role: Mental Health Support Worker

Pay: Up to £19.99 per hour

Shifts: Monday - Sunday 2:1 - 08:00 - 20:00 | Waking nights - 20:00 - 08:00

Location: St Austell

In this role, you will provide vital support to children or adults experiencing mental health challenges, helping them navigate daily life with dignity and independence. This care package requires experience of managing those with challenging behaviour and needing mental health support | 2:1 staff | female only.

Responsibilities

• Personal care and support. Assisting with daily tasks to ensure comfort and well-being.
• Challenging behaviour support. Responding with empathy and professionalism.
• Crisis intervention. Providing support during difficult moments.
• Promoting independence. Building confidence and life skills.
• Medication support. Ensuring safe and timely administration.
• Specialist clinical care. Addressing complex needs with expertise and compassion.

With support from our regional teams and smart technology, you will make a difference every day. We provide specialist clinical training and ongoing support to help you grow your career.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 months of professional care experience or experience caring for a loved one in the UK.
• The ability to assist clients with limited mobility.
• The right to work in the UK.
• A valid driver\'s licence and reliable access to a vehicle.

Benefits

• FlexiPay. Access up to 50% of completed shift value instantly, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Long-term bookings. Consistent hours and the chance to build strong relationships.
• Unlimited free training. Over 400 free courses through our partner FuturU.
• Referral bonus. Earn up to £500 for each person you introduce to Newcross.
• Welcome gift and uniform. A free gift box and Newcross Healthcare uniform when you join.
• Perks at Work. Exclusive discounts on groceries, fashion, electronics and more.

Conclusion

At Newcross Healthcare, we celebrate and support our exceptional carers. Our technology helps you work efficiently, so you can focus on caring for your clients. If you are ready to make a real impact, join Newcross Healthcare today.

The following note is included for compliance: If this advert states male or female only, it is due to a genuine occupational requirement. If you do not meet this requirement, please review our other vacancies.