Mental Health Support Worker Visa Sponsorship Available

Health and Care
Uk
September 27, 2024
£11.9 - £12.4 / hour
Full Time
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Job Description

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We are seeking motivated and compassionate individuals for the role of Mental Health Support Worker in Epsom, Surrey, with a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of those with mental health needs. Due to an Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act, this role is open to male applicants only.

Pay: £11.90 per hour (Overtime rate: £12.40 per hour)
Hours: 48 hours per week (based on 12-hour shifts)
Location: Epsom, Surrey (Reigate Road) – 8-minute walk from Ewell East train station
Job Type: Full-time
Sponsorship: Available for candidates meeting Tier 2 sponsorship requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will be joining a passionate team providing person-centred care to adults with forensic mental health backgrounds, learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviour. Your role will involve delivering outstanding care and support to enable these individuals to live more independently and engage meaningfully in their communities.

What You Will Do:

  • Provide support to adults with forensic mental health, learning disabilities, and autism in a supported living environment.
  • Engage in physical activities with service users, including biking, fishing, and swimming.
  • Demonstrate resilience, empathy, and enthusiasm in handling challenging behaviours.
  • Work independently and as part of a team to offer outstanding person-centred care.
  • Apply restraint techniques as needed (training will be provided).

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Experience in supporting individuals with mental health, autism, and challenging behaviours.
  • Confidence in lone working and being part of a wider supportive team.
  • Commitment to personal and professional development with a strong value-driven approach to care.
  • Enthusiastic, creative, and proactive with a genuine passion for helping others.
  • Willingness to work shifts as required by the service.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in a forensic mental health or supported living setting.
  • NVQ qualification in Social Care or Care Certificate (Training provided if necessary).
  • Knowledge or experience with diabetes management (Training can be provided).
  • A valid driving license is beneficial but not required.
  • Ability to commute within 30 minutes to Epsom.

Benefits:

  • On-site parking for easy commuting.
  • Fully paid 2-week induction and clinical training, including PMVA training.
  • Fully paid DBS check, with subsequent sign-up to the DBS Update Service (£13 per year).
  • 28 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays, pro-rata).
  • NVQ enrolment for career advancement.
  • Opportunities for career progression into Head of Care roles.
  • Weekly engagement with a Clinical Support Team specialising in Positive Behavioural Support.
  • Ongoing development of skills in risk management, care planning, and legal frameworks governing social care.

Tier 2 Visa Sponsorship:

To be eligible for Tier 2 Visa Sponsorship, candidates must:

  • Reside within the local area of the Accordia Supported Living Service on Reigate Road, Epsom KT17.
  • Currently hold a Student Visa and have graduated in the UK.

Join our rewarding team and grow your career with Accordia, a leading provider of person-centred care for adults with mental health challenges. Apply today for this exciting opportunity to make a real difference.

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