Job Description

Job: Mental Health Support Worker


Pay: 12.82 per hour (equating to 31,998 per annum); overtime rate of 13.32 per hour


Hours: 48 hours per week (based on 12-hour shifts)


We are looking for motivated individuals who want a rewarding role as part of a service that makes a difference.


As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will join our team supporting service users in their homes in Holbeach near Spalding, Lincolnshire. Accordia staff benefit from great career progression, sector-leading professional training and great job stability.


We specialise in providing person-centred care for adults with a Forensic mental health background, challenging behaviour, learning disabilities and autism to enable them to play a meaningful part within their community. You will be responsible for the delivery of outstanding care to the people we support. We are looking for motivated individuals who want a rewarding role as part of a service that makes a difference.


Requirements


Due to a genuine occupational requirement, we can accept male applicants only (Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act)
Experience with working with people with Mental health , Autism, Challenging behvaiours and Learning Disabilities
People who have used restraint or would be comfortable being trained to use restraint
Can lone work with confidence and be part of a wider team
Strong values and person-centred approach
Must be able to work shifts to meet the needs of the service
Individuals who are enthusiastic, resilient, energetic, and proactive
Individuals who can go biking, fishing, swimming and engage in physical activity with the person they will be supporting
You will need to be enthusiastic and creative to provide the best person-centred support possible
A commitment to personal and professional development
Resilience and drive to overcome challenges
The ability to understand and demonstrate empathy for the people you are supporting
Be passionate about supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism
Be prepared to work with people who present with challenging behaviour and in some cases risky behaviours
Be energetic, active, confident and fun!
Must live within commutable distance of Spalding
Must have a valid driving licence and own vehicle due to the service's location with limited public transport links


Desirable


Experience supporting service users with epilepsy and administering Buccal Midazolam - highly desirable (training will be provided)
Experience working with either forensic mental health, supported living or residential settings
Can evidence NVQ qualification in social care or Care Certificate - training will be provided.


Benefits


Fully paid 2-week induction and clinical training
PMVA training
Fully paid DBS check to start employment, you will then be required to sign up for the DBS Update Service and maintain an annual subscription (at a minimal cost of 13 per year)
28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro-rata)
Onsite parking
NVQ enrolment
Excellent opportunities for career progression into a head of care position
The opportunity to work in a passionate team focused on delivering outstanding care
Develop skills in risk management planning, Care planning and Assessments to support career progression.
Support to learn the legal frameworks governing social care
Weekly engagement with the Clinical support team specialising in Positive Behavioural Support
Healthshield CashPlan, 24/7 GP and Counselling Helpline
CycleToWork Scheme
EarlyPay/PayWise - withdraw pay as you earn
Blue Light Card
Extra Day Off for your Birthday!


Sponsorship:


To qualify for Tier 2 Sponsorship at Accordia Care, candidates must already live within the local area of Accordia Supported Living Service in Holbeach near Spalding, Lincolnshire.