Mental Health Support Worker

Support Worker Duration:
Full Time, permanent

Location:

Redditch Salary: £12.21 Per hour, additional rate for sleep-ins (35 hours a week- contracted- lates, sleep-ins and earlies) Social Care & Education are seeking a fun, energetic, and compassionate Support Worker to provide dedicated 1:1 assistance to a vibrant young adult.

This permanent role offers the opportunity to become part of a supportive and inclusive community that values enthusiasm, creativity, and a positive approach.

The primary focus of the role is to support and engage our resident in daily activities, and to promote independence, well-being, and personal growth.

• Provide assistance with daily living tasks, including meal preparation, cooking, cleaning, laundry, and household management to encourage self-sufficiency.
• Foster a supportive environment that encourages the resident to develop life skills and make independent choices.
• Plan and participate in community outings and recreational activities.
• Build a trusting and positive relationship with the service user, ensuring effective communication with the wider support team.
• Administer medication and provide appropriate support in line with care plans.
• Support the service user with appointments when required.
• Provide guidance and support in managing personal finances.

• Be enthusiastic about developing new skills.
• Patient, empathetic, and able to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Experience working with service users that have autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.
• Willingness to work varied shift patterns, including early shifts, late shifts, day shifts, and sleep-ins.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Staff bonuses and incentives.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Pay increases based on performance and experience.
• Paid day off on your birthday to celebrate your special day.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate individual looking to make a meaningful difference in someone's life, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our supportive and rewarding work environment.

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