Mental Health Support Worker in Bilston inBilston PUBLISHED TUE 3 DEC 2024 Jump to job information section

£24,960 to £26,000 a year PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

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Job description

We are looking for a confident Mental Health Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care to join our team at Cygnet Sedgley Lodge & House. You will be working 42 hours a week including days, nights & weekends, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Sedgley Lodge & House. Cygnet Sedgley Lodge & House offers a 34-bed high-dependency inpatient rehabilitation service for men with complex needs.

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us
We are looking for a confident Mental Health Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care to join our team at Cygnet Sedgley Lodge & House.

You will be working42hours a week including days, nights & weekends, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atCygnet Sedgley Lodge & House.

Cygnet Sedgley Lodge & House offers a 34-bed high-dependency inpatient rehabilitation service for men with complex needs. The service is designed to provide an environment that promotes mental health recovery by focusing on space, personal privacy, and dignity.

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

£12.00 rising to £12.50 Per Hour

Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme

Free meal on shift

Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime

Regular coaching & appraisal

Expert supervision & peer support

Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

Recruitment referrals

Your day-to-day

Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care

Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support

Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way

Assist with medical & welfare needs

Report on medical & welfare needs as required

Safeguard

Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

You are

Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives

An excellent communicator & a good team player

Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment

Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Please note successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.

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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.

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Useful skills for a Mental Health Support Worker: Click to view

To work as a Mental Health Support Worker in the UK, you’ll need a combination of personal qualities, skills, and sometimes formal qualifications. Here’s a comprehensive list of the key skills and attributes required:

Essential Skills and Qualities

1. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to understand and be sensitive to the feelings and experiences of others is crucial.

2. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are important for interacting with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.

3. Active Listening: Being able to listen attentively and understand what clients are expressing is vital in providing support.

4. Interpersonal Skills: Building trusting relationships with clients and their families is essential for effective support.

5. Patience: Working in mental health can be challenging. Patience is needed to help clients at their own pace.

6. Resilience: The ability to cope with challenging situations and emotional strain is important in this role.

7. Problem-Solving Skills: The capacity to think critically and address issues as they arise is essential for supporting clients effectively.

8. Non-Judgmental Attitude: Maintaining an open and accepting mindset towards individuals regardless of their backgrounds or experiences is crucial.

9. Teamwork: Working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals is often necessary to provide comprehensive care.

10. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting cultural differences can help provide more effective and personalized care.

Additional Skills

1. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with computers and electronic health records may be required for documentation and reporting.

2. Crisis Management: Skills in managing emergencies or crises are important in situations where clients may be at risk.

3. Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders: Understanding various mental health conditions and treatments can improve the support provided to clients.

4. Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time and keep records of interventions, appointments, and client progress is crucial.

Qualifications

While formal qualifications are not always required to become a Mental Health Support Worker, having a relevant qualification can be beneficial, such as:

- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

- Diploma in Mental Health Support Work

- Experience in a related field, such as social care, nursing, or psychology, may also be valuable.

Training and Certification

Many employers provide training programs for new staff, covering essential areas such as:

- Mental health awareness

- Safeguarding

- First aid and basic life support

- Health and safety procedures

Experience

Having previous experience in a care setting, even in a voluntary capacity, can be advantageous and is often looked upon favorably by employers.

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