Job Overview

Apply now Part Time Mental Health Support Worker Required, Tooting. You must have a minimum of 1 yearsexperience of working within a similar role and an to be considered for this position, as well as the following: A current fully enhanced DBS on the update service3 Years employment referencesNVQ 2 in Health & Social CareComputer and report writing skillsExperience of lone working, and alongside other health care professionalsShifts and rotas may very so must be flexible and reliableYour commitment is essential to the success of this role. What does the role involve? You will be providing care and support to adults affected by and recovering from mental health problems or learning disabilities. Support is provided to people in accommodation that meets their support needs. These include residential 24 hour staffed services, semi supported accommodation and supporting individuals living in their own homes in the community. Daily duties will include: Supporting service users form filling & Making benefit claims as necessaryTo maintain daily contact with service users to check on their welfare and provide support as set out in their care planTo encourage & Support service users to take part in daily activities of interest to themTo support & encourage those service users who are seeking employment to find a suitable postLiaising with external agencies (such as social workers, community mental health teams etc)To assist & support service users with activities such as shopping & attending appointments. This is a part time role. 25 hours per week & will include working a mixture of shifts. Pay rates start at £8.40-£9.00p/h and will be reviewed after a probationary period of working for successful carers. What are we Offering? In return for your hard work and dedication we offer the following: Paid HolidayFREE ongoing training, including e-learningOpportunities for career progressionExcellent support from a dedicated account managerWorkplace pension and reward schemeWeekly pay Why Join Sugarman Health and Wellbeing? Sugarman Health and Wellbeing is one of the UK's leading providers of Health care services with branches nationwide. We are an established health care recruitment and service provider, operating for over 30 years in both the private and public health care sector. For further details regarding this position please apply today! SHSTRATFORD Cordant Group is an equal opportunities employer

Key Requirements

support worker mental health residential computer literate challenging behavior Drug and alcohol abuse