Join Tezlom to work as Outreach Support Worker-Mental Health
An Outreach Support Worker -mental health to provide practical and emotional support to individuals, often in their own homes or community, to promote independence, recovery, and access to resources, while also advocating for their rights and needs
Location: Kensington, London
Job Type: Temp to perm
Days and Hrs- Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Pay Rates: £13.20
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing support in the individual's home, such as assisting with daily routines, attending appointments, or accessing services.
- Dealing with caseloads
- Facilitating social activities or assisting with accessing community resources.
- Supporting individuals in accessing benefits, housing, or other services.
- Providing immediate support during a crisis, such as de-escalation techniques or accessing emergency services
- Conduct needs assessments to identify individual goals and develop personalized support plans.
- Offer emotional support and encouragement to individuals experiencing mental health challenges
- Respond appropriately to crises and challenging behaviours, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals and staff
- Advocate for the rights and needs of individuals, ensuring they receive the necessary resources and services
- Liaise with other professionals and agencies to coordinate care and support
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of interventions and progress
- Connect individuals with community resources and activities to promote social inclusion and well-being
- Work collaboratively with other staff members and stakeholders to provide holistic support
Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience working with individuals with mental health conditions is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and advocacy skills are essential.
- A genuine interest in supporting individuals and a capacity for empathy and patience are crucial.
- Knowledge of local services and resources is beneficial
Apply today if you feel this is a suitable position for you and we will get in touch !