Support Worker: Mental Health & Complex Needs

OneCall24 Limited; Liskeard; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time roles

Accommodation provided

Ongoing training

Supportive management

Make a difference

Job summary

Standby24 is seeking an experienced Support Worker to deliver person-centred care for individuals with mental health needs, learning disabilities, ASD, and complex behaviours in Cornwall. This full-time role involves a mix of day and waking night shifts, with weekends and bank holidays as required.

You will work to care plans, build trusting relationships, promote positive behaviour support, and help clients access the community, attend appointments, and develop independence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year's experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker within mental health and/or learning disability services.
• Experience supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), mental health needs, learning disabilities, behaviours that may challenge.
• Eligibility to work in the UK with no restrictions.
• In-date PMVA or equivalent restraint training certification.
• A full UK driving license with access to a car (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred support to an individual, building a positive and trusting relationship.
• Deliver support in line with care plans, risk assessments, and agreed strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour support and trauma informed approaches in daily practice.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistent and effective support.
• Supporting the individual to access the community, attend appointments, participate in activities, and develop independence skills.
• Encourage choice, dignity, inclusion, and active participation in everyday life.
• Communicate effectively with family members, social workers, healthcare professionals, and other relevant stakeholders as required.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and documentation.
• Follow organised policies, procedures, and best practice standards.
• Provide support with daily living tasks as required, including personal care, meal planning and preparation, household tasks, and maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Person-centred care

Team collaboration

Job description

Standby24 is seeking an experienced Support Worker to deliver person-centred care for individuals with mental health needs, learning disabilities, ASD, and complex behaviours in Cornwall. This full-time role involves a mix of day and waking night shifts, with weekends and bank holidays as required.

You will work to care plans, build trusting relationships, promote positive behaviour support, and help clients access the community, attend appointments, and develop independence.