£14.00 - £18.00 / per hour Healthcare Assistants Healthcare Assistant/Mental Health Support Wor ...

Job Description Overview

We are recruiting experienced Healthcare Assistants / Mental Health Support Workers to support an adult living in a supported living setting in Shrewsbury / Telford.

This role involves supporting an individual with complex mental health needs, helping them live safely and independently within their home environment.

If you are passionate about mental health care, person-centred support, and making a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

As a Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker, you will:

• Provide person-centred care and emotional support
• Support individuals with mental health needs and behaviours that challenge
• Assist with daily living tasks and routines
• Encourage independence and wellbeing
• Promote community engagement and positive activities
• Monitor wellbeing and report concerns to senior staff
• Maintain clear and accurate care documentation

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs
• Experience in supported living, complex care, or residential care
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Compassionate, patient and reliable approach

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Experience supporting complex mental health or brain injury
• Training in PMVA / MAPA / CPI / de-escalation

Apply Today

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new supported living service where you can truly make a difference in someone's life every day.

Apply now to become part of a dedicated care team supporting individuals to live independently and safely within their community.