Community Mental Health Support Worker

NHS Scotland; Sutherland (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Highland seeks a compassionate Community Mental Health Support Worker to join the Integrated Health and Social Care Team in Sutherland. Based at Sinclair Court, Melvich, you will support individuals in their homes and communities across North Sutherland, working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery-focused care.

The role involves practical and emotional support, care plan assistance, and promoting self-management, with an emphasis on enabling independence and timely

Responsibilities

• Support individuals experiencing mental health difficulties in their own homes and local communities across North Sutherland.
• Collaborate with Community Mental Health Nurses and multidisciplinary teams to deliver person-centred, recovery-focused care.
• Provide practical and emotional support, assist with care plans and promote self-management.
• Support early intervention to prevent deterioration and reduce the need for more intensive services.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to the service.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate and motivated Community Mental Health Support Worker to join the Sutherland Integrated Health and Social Care Team, based at Sinclair Court, Melvich

This rewarding role involves supporting individuals experiencing mental health difficulties within their own homes and local communities across North Sutherland. You will work closely with Community Mental Health Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred, recovery-focused care, helping individuals to maintain independence, improve wellbeing and engage with services.

The post holder will provide practical and emotional support, assisting with care plans, promoting self-management and supporting early intervention to prevent deterioration and reduce the need for more intensive services.

The post holder will also support the service with any administrative tasks as appropriate.

You will need to demonstrate strong communication skills, empathy and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a community setting.

A full driving licence is essential, and access to a vehicle for work purposes may be required.

Additional Information For Candidates

Flexible Working

• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

Support and Accessibility

• Help with applying: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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What is it like to work for NHS Highland?

• Visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers/ to find out more about living and working in our area
• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers

Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork