Support Worker (Mental Health)

Newcross Healthcare Solutions Limited; St Albans; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a community care team at a leading healthcare provider dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with mental health needs. As a Mental Health Support Worker, you'll provide essential support tailored to each client's needs, ensuring dignity and independence in their everyday lives.

Benefits

FlexiPay

Long-term Bookings

Unlimited Free Training

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months professional care experience.
• Ability to assist clients with limited mobility.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to clients.
• Manage and respond to challenging behaviors.
• Deliver crisis intervention and medication support.

Skills

Empathy

Crisis Intervention

Behavior Management

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with mental health needs? At Newcross Healthcare‘s Community Care team, we believe that personalised, compassionate care can transform lives. We are more than just a staffing solutions organisation – we are a team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients by offering professional, tailored support in the comfort of their own homes.

About the Role

Role: Mental Health Support Worker

Location: St Stephens

Pay: from £13.97 to £16.69 depending on shift and role

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 is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who need it most.

Responsibilities

Your role will involve delivering both clinical and social care, customised to the specific needs of each individual. Your responsibilities will include:

• Personal Care and Support: Assisting clients with daily tasks, ensuring their comfort and well-being

• Challenging Behaviour Support: Managing and responding to challenging behaviours with empathy and professionalism

• Crisis Intervention: Providing critical support during times of crisis, helping clients navigate difficult moments

• Promoting Independence: Empowering clients to live as independently as possible, building their confidence and skills

• Medication Support: Ensuring that clients receive their medication safely and on time

• Specialist Clinical Care: Addressing complex clinical needs with expertise and compassion

With the support of our dedicated regional teams and innovative technology, you will make a significant difference in your clients’ lives every day. We provide specialist clinical training and ongoing support to help you grow your career in the direction you choose.

Requirements

To excel in this role, you should have:

• A minimum of 6 months of professional care experience or experience caring for a loved one in the UK

• The ability to comfortably assist clients with limited mobility

• The right to work in the UK

• A valid driver’s licence and reliable access to a personal vehicle

Benefits

We recognise the profound impact that our Mental Health Support Workers have on the lives of those they care for, and we are committed to providing you with the support and benefits you deserve, including:

• FlexiPay: Access up to 50% of the value of your completed shifts instantly, even on weekends and bank holidays

• Long-term Bookings: Enjoy consistent hours and the opportunity to build strong relationships with the same client

• Unlimited Free Training: Access over 400 free courses through our training partner, FuturU, to continually develop your skills

• Referral Bonus: Earn up to £500 for each friend or family member you introduce to Newcross