At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide emotional support and practical guidance to individuals in mental health crises.
- Company: Tezlom Healthcare Recruitment, dedicated to mental health support.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible bank shifts, and meaningful work experience.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and engage in creative wellbeing activities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives during their toughest moments.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health support and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 13.2 - 13.2 Β£ per hour.
Tezlom Healthcare Recruitment is currently recruiting experienced Mental Health Therapeutic Support Workers to join our team and cover bank shifts at a mental health crisis support service in Harrow, HA2. This service provides a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for residents aged 16+ who are experiencing a mental health crisis or struggling to cope with their mental health and daily life.
As a Mental Health Therapeutic Support Worker, you will play an important role in providing emotional support, reassurance and practical guidance to individuals during periods of crisis.
Location: Harrow, London β HA2
Shift Pattern: Monday β Sunday | 2pm β 10pm
Pay Rate: Β£13.20 per hour
Job Type: Ongoing Temporary / Bank Shifts
The Role: You will support service users by providing:
- A safe, welcoming environment and a listening ear
- One-to-one emotional support, advice and guidance
- Support with developing individual safety plans and longer-term recovery plans
- Assistance in accessing appropriate local services and community support
- Support during periods of anxiety, distress or mental health crisis
- Practical support such as providing hot drinks and snacks
- Support with the delivery of drop-in crisis support
- Encouragement and support to engage with activities and services
Group Activities: You may also be involved in supporting group activities such as:
- Arts and crafts
- Emotional wellbeing workshops
- Hang Out Groups
- Other wellbeing and therapeutic activities
What We Are Looking For:
Essential:
- Previous experience working in Mental Health Support Work
- Experience supporting adults or young people experiencing mental health difficulties
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations
- Good IT skills, including experience using databases and Microsoft applications
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Availability to work 2pm β 10pm shifts
- Ideally based locally or within easy travelling distance of Harrow
Desirable:
- Background in Psychology or Mental Health Services
- Experience working within crisis support environments
Mental Health Therapeutic Support in Greenhill employer: Tezlom
Tezlom Homecare is an exceptional employer that values ambition and growth, offering a supportive work culture where you can take ownership of the domiciliary care division. With flexible part-time hours and the potential for career progression towards becoming a CQC Registered Manager, employees are encouraged to develop their skills while contributing to meaningful care services in Hayes. Join us to be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality care and making a positive impact in the community.