Mental Health Support Worker (Nights) Mitcham, England
Job description
We are looking for:
- 1 bank support worker for night shifts (8pm-8am) Tuesdays and Thursdays required.
Our Supported Living Service offers on-site support for up to 13 male residents with menatl health needs, who are being rehabilitated and prepared for independent living.
The role of Mental Health Support Worker will include:
- Lone working
- Regular key working and support planning to ensure relevant support is provided for our clients
- Administering medication
- Enabling and encouraging our clients to maximise their own potential and level of independence
- Assessing clients’ needs by writing and updating support plans, and completing risk assessments online
Working with statutory and non-statutory agencies on behalf of the residents, actively encouraging choice and involvement, acting as an advocate when required Sourcing innovative solutions to problems that allow clients’ independence to be enhanced
Skills and experiences:
- Experience of working with people who have mental health needs
- Experience in admenistering medication
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- The ability to work on your own initiative
- Experience working within a Supported Living environment is desirable
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel or similar
Why work for Beecholme Adult Care Supported Living?
We support vulnerable people to live as independently as possible, by building their confidence and skills to realise their potential.
Through well planned activities and a personalised care package, we encourage our service users to reach their goals and be proud of their achievements, including the ability to:
- live independently
- access local education and employment
- develop budgeting skills
- practice healthy eating and exercise
- support with daily living skills
- improve social skills
- manage and understand taking appropriate risks
- community engagement
You will use your excellent communication and support skills, working in our paperless environment, with colleagues and partner agencies to achieve the best outcome for our residents. This is a rewarding opportunity to come and work for a respected organisation, within an established and experienced team.
We support people through supported housing and to move-on accommodation. We specialise in services for males under the age of 65years, with mental health needs and those with dual diagnoses including learning disabilities.
Ready to join Beecholme Adult Care Supported Living?
As part of our commitment to making Beecholme a great place to work, we offer you access to a range of employee benefits and the opportunity to develop and progress within your career. Benefits include:
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Beecholme Adult Care
- Holiday pay entitlement
- Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
- A wide range of learning and development opportunities
Job Type: Zero hours contract
Salary: £12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Night shift
Experience:
- Mental Health Support Worker: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night shift (required)
- Overnight shift (required)
Work Location: One location
