Greater London, NW6 1DN
Relief Mental Health Support Worker
Jewish Care
£12
Part-time
Description
Our multi-award-winning organisation is looking to recruit a Mental Health Support Worker to join our Care team. The role of Mental Health Support Worker is based on a rota basis which may include evening and weekend shifts. This is a pivotal position to help ensure our residents live a meaningful life and feel involved within their community.
The role of Mental Health Support Worker will involve the delivery of Care Services within our Mental Health Care Homes to excellent standards.
What you will be doing
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work as a Mental Health Support Worker in our friendly and dedicated team. This is a key role supporting residents. You will:
Assist residents with personal care, food and drink and administering medication
Support residents in all activities of daily living to maximise wellbeing and promote choice, independence and dignity
Provide encouragement and companionship by engaging with residents and other stakeholders
Support with recreational activities
Who are we looking for?
The successful candidate will have:
Health and Social Care NVQ minimum Level 2 or Level 3
Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of mental health issues and diagnosis.
Experience in engaging and motivating clients with mental health issues in a similar environment, preferably in the residential section.
Experience of providing personal care, administering medication, and carrying out risk assessments in a similar role, paid or voluntary.
Experience of working with people with challenging or anti-social behaviour.
Experience of working in a multi-culturally diverse environment.
Expiry date: 16/04/2024
Relief Mental Health Support Worker
Company
Jewish Care
Salary
£12
Job Type
Part-time
Location
Greater London, NW6 1DN
Our Commitments
Disability Confident
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Jewish Care
Social Care
Our Commitments
Disability Confident