Community Mental Health Support Worker

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Sutherland (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutherland Integrated Health and Social Care Team is seeking a compassionate Community Mental Health Support Worker to assist individuals with mental health needs in their homes and local communities across North Sutherland.

You will work closely with Community Mental Health Nurses and a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred, recovery-focused care, promoting independence and engagement with services.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with mental health difficulties.
• Ability to work in the community and in clients' homes.
• Strong communication and empathy, with ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with mental health needs in their homes and local communities.
• Collaborate with Community Mental Health Nurses and the multidisciplinary team.
• Assist with care plans, promote self-management and early intervention.
• Provide administrative support to the service as appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

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.