Mental Health Support Worker: Sponsorship Available

Kindred Care Ltd

Admiral’s Rest provides community supported living & rehabilitation for people with severe & enduring mental health disorders. We passionately promote independence & maximise the potential of the individual to live within the community, providing a safe, ‘homely’ environment that promotes dignity & respect

Shift pattern: 08:00-20:00 & 10:00-16:00

The role involves:

  • Working as part of a dedicated team to promote ‘recovery’ and maximise the potential of the individual
  • Lone Working
  • Supporting & assisting in the delivery of 24 hour care, ensuring dignity and respect.
  • Role model to residents
  • Ensuring suitability, safety & cleanliness of the working environment
  • Contributing to daily records and maintaining confidentiality
  • Contributing to individual assessments, care planning & reviewing, risk assessment & relapse planning.
  • Positively engaging in therapeutic & recreational activities internally & externally
  • Promoting a healthy lifestyle including nutrition & exercise

Qualifications / Experience

  • Enthusiasm, patience, motivation & a positive, caring attitude
  • Excellent communication & written skills
  • Commitment to & understanding of person centred care
  • Some knowledge & experience of working within adult Mental Health
  • Positive attitude to teamwork
  • Flexible working
  • Level 2 Health & Social care ( not essential as training can be provided)

** Appointment will be dependent upon two suitable references & DBS.

Benefits:

  • Discounted or free food
  • Flexitime
  • Free flu jabs
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • UK visa sponsorship

Licence/Certification:

  • NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)

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