Support Worker Mental Health

Highbridge Resourcing; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A social care agency is recruiting a level 3 qualified Support Worker in Weston-super-Mare for a vulnerable young female with complex mental health needs. This temporary position involves working on a 2 to 1 care package and requires availability on a weekly basis. Ideal candidates must have an NVQ level 3 in children and young people, a minimum of 6 months relevant experience, and be car drivers. The role provides essential support in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ level 3 in children and young people, or equivalent qualification.
• At least 6 months paid experience in a similar support worker role in the UK.
• Must be a car driver/owner.

Responsibilities

• Support a vulnerable young female on a 2 to 1 care package.
• Provide commitment and stability for the care.
• Assist in daily tasks and routines as needed.

Skills

Car driver / owner

Experience working with complex mental health

Education

NVQ level 3 in children and young people or equivalent qualification

Job description

Highbridge Resourcing are a Social Care Agency and we are recruiting a level 3 qualified Support Worker to work with a vulnerable young female on a 2 to 1 care package based in Weston Super Mare. The young person is in her 20's and has complex mental health needs. She lives in her own accommodation and she requires a support worker to join the existing team.

The support worker role is available on a temporary long term basis and requires commitment and stability. You can give your availability on a weekly or monthly basis to the manager and she will issue your shifts accordingly. You MUST be available to work consistently each week.

The shifts available are

• day shift 0800-2300 plus sleep.

The ideal support worker MUST have :

• Have an NVQ level 3 in children and young people, or equivalent qualification (such as Counselling, Psychology Degree, Access to Nursing, Education Diploma) - ESSENTIAL
• Have at least 6 months paid experience in children and young people or similar support worker role in the UK.
• Be a car driver / owner
• Experience of working with complex mental health

All successful applicants will be contacted within 48 hours and will be subject to an interview. A full registration with Highbridge R...