Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Bank Support Workers to join our team in our Mental Health 24-hour Supported Housing service. In this role, you will assist the people we support in maintaining their independence and managing their daily lives. You will assist with tenancy management, attending appointments, and fostering healthy routines, including hygiene and nutrition.

The role involves helping the people we support to develop skills such as cooking, shopping, cleaning, and managing correspondence and budgets. You will also handle medication, provide first aid when required, and encourage them to seek employment opportunities. Social and recreational activities such as pool, cards, movie nights, and group outings will also form part of your responsibilities. Personal care is not required for this role.

Hours

Bank hours available- 0 hour contract with a variety of shift and hours available.

Location

The role is based on Hayling Island, Hampshire. The location is well-served by public transport, with buses running on and off the island every 20 minutes, and there is on-site parking available.

About You

We are looking for someone who is empathetic, patient, and enthusiastic about supporting individuals with mental health needs. You should have basic computer skills for managing correspondence and record-keeping. While a valid driver's license is preferred, it is not essential. Strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a proactive approach, will help you thrive in this role.

Join us in creating a positive difference in the lives of others.

CV's will be assessed upon receipt, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. We may close this post early if we receive sufficient applications before the closing date. If you are interested in applying, we would ask that you do so as early as possible to avoid any disappointment.

Choice Support is Disability Confident which is a scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions. As part of our commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. If you consider yourself to have a disability or long-term chronic health condition or if you require any adjustments/support during the application/selection process, please contact us.

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Store discount
Application question(s):

Please explain why you would be the right candidate for this role?
Experience:

Mental Health Support: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

UK manual driving licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person