Job Description

Temporary Casual Shifts

12.50 per hour

We are currently recruiting

Mental Health Support Workers

to support a large supported housing service in Blackburn. This is a

60-bed hostel environment

providing accommodation and support to adults with mental health needs and associated vulnerabilities.

This role is offered on a

casual basis

, ideal for candidates looking to pick up ad hoc shifts while gaining consistent experience in mental health and housing support.

The Role

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will be responsible for delivering frontline support within a hostel setting, promoting stability, safety and progression for residents.

Key responsibilities include

Providing practical and emotional support to residents with mental health needs Carrying out needs and risk assessments Supporting residents to engage with support plans and recovery focused goals Monitoring behaviour and managing incidents in line with policy Encouraging compliance with licence or tenancy conditions Supporting access to benefits, budgeting, health services, training and employment Maintaining accurate case notes and handover information Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times Working within safeguarding and organisational policies

Requirements

To be considered, you must have:

Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one Previous experience supporting adults with mental health needs and challenging behaviour in a high-risk environment. Experience working in a hostel, supported housing or similar environment Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner Basic IT skills for record keeping and reporting Strong communication and professional boundaries
Job Type: Temporary

Pay: 12.21-12.50 per hour

Benefits:

Flexitime
Work Location: In person