At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate crisis support to individuals in various settings and help stabilise emotional situations.
- Company: First Option Healthcare, a rapidly growing team dedicated to mental health support.
- Benefits: Weekly payments, referral bonuses, and a flexible rolling rota for work-life balance.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and develop your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while gaining valuable experience in mental health care.
- Qualifications: Minimum 6 months experience with adults or adolescents facing mental health challenges.
The predicted salary is between 22.5 - 27.5 £ per hour.
Are you looking for the next step in your Health Care journey? First Option Healthcare is currently recruiting for a compassionate and proactive Crisis Support Workers to join the rapidly growing team! Here at FOH we have got a great opportunity to work one on one with patients in regulated and unregulated environments.
We are looking for Support Workers with a minimum of 6 months experience working with adults or adolescents with the following:
- Eating Disorders
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Health
- CSE
- Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Benefits:
- Weekly payments
- Referral fee bonus
- Up to 3 months rolling rota
Duties and responsibilities:
- Responding to psychological or emotional crisis in adults and adolescents, utilising de-escalation techniques and intervention strategies.
- Providing in-person crisis support in various settings, including homes, schools, hospitals, or community centres, fostering placements and unregulated settings.
- Establishing rapport and trust with clients and their families to assess risk, stabilise crisis situations, and ensure immediate safety and emotional support.
- Collaborating with clinical leads and multidisciplinary teams to ensure intervention plans are appropriate, with timely documentation and escalation of any changes in client condition or behaviour.
- Working with professionals such as schools, young offending and psychotherapy.
Unfortunately, we do not offer sponsorship for overseas candidates.
Mental Health Support Worker Care Assistant in Crawley employer: First Option Healthcare
First Option Healthcare is an exceptional employer that prioritises compassionate care and offers a supportive work environment for its Healthcare Assistants. With flexible working hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for in-house training, employees can grow their skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of paediatric patients. The company fosters a culture of teamwork and respect, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered in their role.
