Mental Health Case Worker

Description:

Are you a caring, understanding, compassionate person with a desire to help and support others?

Do you have an understanding of mental health and how it effects people's lives?

How about a job as a Mental Health Case Worker in RCT (Llwynypia area).

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A 24 HOUR SERVICE, SO OVERNIGHT SHIFTS ARE A BIG PART OF THE ROLE.

What will you do?

You'll cover day and night shifts (sleep-ins) 2 or 3 shifts per week (on a rolling rota)
A total of 37 hours on average per week, over a month
There will be lone working at the project
Supporting individuals who struggle with their mental health
Assisting to promote independence
Providing emotional and practical support
Reporting and recording any safeguarding issues
Working with Case Workers and other team members, to provide an excellent service

What will you get?

Salary of £23,088 per year
An extra overnight payment of £49.50 for every shift
With shift payments, it will be possible to earn up to an extra £5,000 per year
Extra payments for any disturbed sleep during your shift
Options for a permanent contract or temp to perm, depending on your needs
A supportive and understanding employer
Work for a charity that aims to make a positive impact on the community

What do you need?

Experience of support work in a setting that includes mental health
Solid values around building trust, empathy and understanding
Knowledge of trauma informed practice would be ideal
Access to a vehicle is not essential, but would be helpful
A DBS on the update service is a distinct advantage
Knowledge of safeguarding and confidentiality
Ability to cover overnight / sleep-in shifts is essential

If this Mental Health Support role appeals to you, and you want to be considered for the role...please get in touch with Keeran @ Moxie People, or apply through this job advert with an up-to-date CV.

Hope to hear from you soon