Mental Health Support Worker

About the Company

Nouvita Healthcare has been providing effective, high-quality care for over 30 years. We care for people ages 18 onwards with a range of mental health needs, as well as those with learning disabilities and challenging behaviours.

We want to recruit the best staff that provide the best care. Nouvita Healthcare has undergone a lot of change in the past few years. We are a small, but fast-moving company to work for.

We are looking for an extremely passionate care assistant/support worker/healthcare worker, someone who can provide a therapeutic environment that allows our service users to feel safe, respected and valued. If you are someone who is able to make a difference to the lives of those suffering from complex mental health conditions, why not considering joining us Baldock Manor Hospital?

Why should I apply for this Mental Health Support Worker job?

• Up to 28 days annual leave including bank holidays pro rata.
• High street discounts via HCPA Academy.
• Career progression.
• Access to our 'Refer a Friend’ scheme to earn up to £500
• Pizza evenings.
• In-house training and development.
• Employee assistance programme.

What does this Mental Health Support Worker job involve?

Hours of Work: 37.50 Hours Per Week - Shifts: 08:00 - 20:00 / 20:00 - 08:00 - 3 Days one Week 4 Days Next Week + Alternating Weekends

• To work as a support worker (sometimes known as a care assistant/healthcare worker) for our patients with the support of senior staff.
• To undertake aspects of care with or without direct supervision, including hosting recreational and activity groups, carrying out personal care, observations and escorting duties, such as general hospital visits, trip to supermarkets etc.
• To ensure the safety and well-being of patients, and to always work in a manner that promotes dignity through the adoption of person-centred care principles.

Please note: all training and team meetings will take place during day shift hours.

Am I the right person for this Mental Health Support Worker job?

Desirable skills:

• Experience working with mental health within a similar setting
• Positive can do attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Previously completed Control and Restraint training within the last 12 months or willing to complete a face to face course
• Ability to undertake physical tasks involving patient care

If you are interested in this position, please apply today and we will call you within the next few days. If this is not the right job for you, you can search and apply easily for other positions via www.hertsgoodcare.com

Applications will only be considered if located within a 10-mile radius of the position.

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