Central Recruitment is working with an organisation that provides supported housing and living services to vulnerable adults suffering from mental health conditions and homelessness.
Our client is currently recruiting for a Support Worker to work in the South East London area at a service that provides support to individuals with complex and multiple needs, including mental health and substance misuse.
- 45 hours per week
- Monday - Sunday (rota basis), 08:00 – 18:00, there is a requirement to work every other weekend
- Temporary: approx. 2-3 months
- £16.59 per hour (£14.80 per hour, with £1.79 holiday pay)
This is an excellent opportunity to support adults with complex needs on their pathway to independence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Hold a caseload of key clients and work with them to develop an agreed, person-centred support plan
- Support and encourage residents to engage in social, educational, and leisure activities
- Assist and encourage residents to maintain their rooms in a clean and safe condition
- Monitor and supervise the health and wellbeing of residents at agreed intervals
- Monitor concordance of prescribed medication and alert care providers of any concerns and report any changes or relapse indicators
- Work in close partnership with external agencies and update them of changes in resident wellbeing
- Carry out regular wellbeing checks and ensure only authorised persons enter the building
- Ensure that any emergencies/incidents are dealt with in line with policies and procedures
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
- Experience supporting residents with mental health needs
- Knowledge and understanding of issues related to alcohol and substance abuse
- Experience working in a supported housing setting
- Experience compiling SMART action plans
- Experience using appropriate techniques to work with challenging behaviours
- Ability to compile comprehensive assessments including risk assessments
- Knowledge of health and social care legislation
- Ability to apply the principals of adult safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults
- Understanding of welfare benefits
- Ability to identify residents' strengths and address problem behaviours
- IT skills necessary to compile correspondence and reports
Desirable:
- Ability to cook when required
FURTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Current valid right to work in the UK
- Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise)
- A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60)
- Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process
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Support Worker – Mental Health in City of London employer: Central Recruitment Services Ltd
Central Recruitment is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for Youth Support Workers in London. With flexible shifts and competitive pay, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people facing challenges, while also benefiting from opportunities for professional growth and development within a compassionate team culture.
Contact Details:
Central Recruitment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
