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Job Introduction
Mental Health Support WorkerPay rate: £14.18 per hour (weekly pay)Shift Pattern: 8:00am - 20:00pm & 20:00pm - 8:00am Requirements: Must have Mental Health experience.
Unfortunately, we cannot provide VISA sponsorship and we do not hire on a relocation basis, you must currently be based in/around the Mansfield area and able to commute to Mansfield and Chesterfield in the future.
We've got a rewarding opportunity for the right person to work with an individual living in Mansfield.
The individual we support has mild learning disabilities and mental health living in their own home.
If you are resilient, reliable, empathetic and looking for a role that truly makes a difference to someone else's life then we want to hear from you.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupport Workers cover all manners of support for others - from companionship and days out, to personal care and housekeeping.
Support with our service users mental health
Assistance with attending social events, nightclubs etc.
Support with all facets of daily living.
Foster a supportive and inclusive environment.
Ensure the individual's safety and well-being at all times.
Communicate effectively with the individual and other team members.
confidentiality and respect privacy.
Adhere to care plans and guidelines provided.
Aid with light household chores which may include cooking, cleaning.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Ability to effectively communicate with individuals requiring care.
Experience working with clients who can make unwise decisions
Mental health experience - Essential
Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.
Empathy, patience, and compassion when interacting with individuals in need of support.
Flexibility and adaptability to meet varying care needs.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Willingness to undergo additional training and development as required.
Benefits
Access to Westfield Rewards - an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companies
Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appts and to an EAP (employee assistance programme) ,money back for optical and dentistry
Access to blue light discount scheme
Attractive holiday entitlement
Opportunity to obtain NVQ's in Health and Social Care
Progression opportunities within the organisation
Ongoing training and development
Pension enrolment
A great Refer a Friend scheme - receive up to £500 through our rewards scheme when you refer a friend or family member.
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About Learning Disability and Autism
We are a leading healthcare provider in the UK, and a CQC registered business, founded in 2006, with more than 80 employees who are part of the Bespoke family. The business is at an exciting stage in its journey and growing rapidly. We work together in a wide variety of locations to support adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are individual-centred and the needs of the people we support are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences. Our areas of expertise include: Learning, Disabilities & Autism, Spinal Injuries, Physical disabilities, brain injuries, mental health conditions and children's services. We offer great opportunities for our support workers to join a dedicated care team, in a supportive and friendly environment, with plenty of scope for development and progression.
