Mental Health Support Worker

DESCRIPTION

Due to our rapid and exciting growth we are currently recruiting for Complex care support workers within the York area.

You will be passionate about working with children, young adults and adults in a person-centred way who have Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Mental Health conditions and other disabilities who at times may display challenging behaviour.

You will be supporting people to live in their own homes and/or their family homes to achieve and improve their quality of life by engaging them in their local community and empowering them to identify their goals, pursue their interest and hobbies.

WORKING HOURS

• up to 12-hour day
• up to 24 hours sleeping shift

Required

Full UK driving license required.
Access to own vehicle

*If you have already have clinical skills complex care management this is an advantage, however individualised induction training will be given to the successful candidate.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

Experience in a Care/Support role
Working with individuals with mental health conditions and challenging behaviour
Experience of implementing strategies for individuals who express their frustrations and needs through challenging behaviour.
Compassionate and empathetic
The ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with vulnerable people and their families.
Competent IT skills
An interest in people and a commitment to helping others.

WHAT WE WILL OFFER YOU

Extremely competitive rates of pay
Free mandatory training courses & CPD points

Apply today!

Please email your CV through and we will be in touch