Youth Mental Health Support Worker — Driver Required

Care In Mind; Bromborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health care provider in Bromborough is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker for young people aged 16-30. The role involves providing support for daily living activities, managing self-harm, and assisting with education and life skills. Candidates should possess good communication and IT skills, and a full manual UK driving licence is essential. The position offers a salary between £24,570 and £25,662 depending on experience, and includes generous benefits such as enhanced sick pay and training opportunities.

Benefits

Minimum 30 days holiday

Additional day off for birthday

Enhanced company sick pay

Enhanced company pension

Paid time off for fertility treatment

Healthcare CashPlan

Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent Learning and Development opportunities

Paid Training and Induction

Long service awards

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Must be a driver with a Full UK manual licence.
• Good written skills to write reports and record information accurately.
• Basic IT skills required for completing forms and using online care systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist young people with daily living activities.
• Support young people in building positive relationships.
• Manage various levels of self-harm using a least restrictive approach.
• Update online care records and manage medication administration.

Skills

Flexibility

Good written communication

Basic IT skills

Good verbal communication

Ability to remain calm in emergencies

Education

NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care

Job description

A leading mental health care provider in Bromborough is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker for young people aged 16-30. The role involves providing support for daily living activities, managing self-harm, and assisting with education and life skills. Candidates should possess good communication and IT skills, and a full manual UK driving licence is essential. The position offers a salary between £24,570 and £25,662 depending on experience, and includes generous benefits such as enhanced sick pay and training opportunities.