At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate support to individuals with mental health needs in their homes and communities.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Driver's license essential; great opportunity for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Empower others while gaining valuable experience in health and social care.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health support and a compassionate approach required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Mental Health Community Carer (Driver essential)
Job Purpose
To provide person-centred support to individuals with mental health needs in their homes and the community, promoting independence, wellbeing, and recovery.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide practical and emotional support to service users.
- Support individuals with daily living activities, appointments, and community access.
- Encourage independence, social inclusion, and positive mental wellbeing.
- Monitor and report any changes in a service user's condition.
- Maintain accurate records and follow care plans.
- Work in line with safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality policies.
Essential Requirements
- Experience in health and social care or mental health support.
- Compassionate, reliable, and person-centred approach.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Driver access to own vehicle.
- Enhanced DBS check.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care.
- Experience supporting people with mental health conditions.
We think you need these skills to ace Support Worker in Shrewsbury
Person-Centred Support
Emotional Support
Daily Living Activities Assistance
Community Access Facilitation
Monitoring and Reporting
Record Keeping
Safeguarding Knowledge
