Mental health support worker
What we’ll give you:
We will ensure you are rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
1. £11.77 per hour.
2. 40 hours per week – shifts will include days, evenings, nights and weekends.
3. Contributory pension scheme.
4. Confidential, supportive Employee Assistance Programme, accessible 24/7.
5. Paid comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – including internal leadership competency sessions and recognised qualifications (level 2 to level 5 NVQ in Health & Social Care).
6. New to care? You can complete your care certificate with us.
7. Access to attractive and exclusive employee benefits including savings on shopping, leisure, and household expenses.
8. A generous referral scheme.
We are looking for an experienced mental health support worker to join our service in Warrington where we support adults with learning disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and or complex mental health needs.
The people we support want staff that are motivated, like to participate and that will be as enthusiastic about their interests and hobbies as they are. We also have Pets here at Heath lodge that are a big part of our home. We currently have two rabbits, two chickens and a house cat.
What you’ll be doing:
9. Support 1-1 and continue to promote positive well-being.
10. Participate and be enthusiastic about the interests and hobbies of the people we support.
11. Maintain and develop their community links, as well as accessing community and leisure pursuits to support their independent living and life skills.
Who you are:
12. You will have a background in mental health support work and have experience in supporting people with challenging behaviours.
13. You will be able to work independently, multitask, organise and prioritise your work to suit the people we support.
14. Exceptional at building relationships and influencing at all levels, internally and externally.
15. Ability to execute and deliver, whilst keeping a positive attitude under pressure.
16. Quick learner, hands on, willing to be flexible in tasks and activities.
Who we are:
We are a national provider of health, social and education services with over 30 years’ experience. Our employees are the driving force behind the fantastic care and support being delivered to hundreds of adults and children across the UK. Our teams are purposeful, positive, and progressive. They work hard to empower the people we support to have a voice, achieve their goals, and change their lives. We are always looking for committed, pro-active and passionate people to join us and create even more opportunities for the people we support. Join our team and have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve changed someone’s life and, in return for your hard work and passion we can give you real meaning and purpose in your work.
Safeguarding
Diversity
We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our teams representing the communities and people we support. Here at Potens, you’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live independently, healthier, happier lives and doing our part to make a better working environment where all feel welcome and supported.
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