Mental Health Support Worker

Salary: £15/hour - £16/hour

Location: Darlington, England, United Kingdom, DL2 1AY

Work hours: Full Time, Hours are flexible however package requires 24/7 Care

To start with carers will be working 10am-6pm to understand the clients needs and requirements.

Are you an experienced and compassionate Mental Health Support Worker with a minimum of 6-months UK based healthcare experience working in the field of Acquired Brain Injury? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team in the Darlington area!

About the role

We are recruiting on behalf of Yorkshire Community Healthcare who are looking for experienced Mental Health Support Workers with a compassionate and caring nature, ideally with experience in working in the field of Acquired Brain Injury and Challenging Behaviours. You will be providing support to a gentleman with an acquired brain injury with associated cognitive and behavioural issues. You will be supporting him to have independence in the community and at home, this may include supporting him with his job around the farm. This is a working farm so carers must be willing to help the client when needed with the animals.

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK
• A minimum of 6-months UK experience working in Mental Health and Acquired Brain Injuries
• Must have experience with challenging behaviours.
• Enthusiastic and outgoing personality to connect with the client and create a positive atmosphere.
• Compassionate and patient nature with excellent communication skills
• Ability to complete the physical aspects of the role such as moving and handling.
• Must be a driver with access to own vehicle
• Valid UK driving licence with business insurance to support the client in the community when needed.
• Must like animals, the young gentleman lives on a farm so carers will be supporting the client on the farm when required.
• Must be able to attend Mandatory trainings in Leeds.

Note: All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What we can offer:

• Refer a friend scheme and earn up to £250!
• Company Pension scheme
• Rewarding and fulfilling experience
• PAYE and Umbrella Scheme
• Competitive wage
• Bespoke specialist training in ABI / Neurological conditions

Apply today to join our team and embark on a rewarding journey of support and growth. Alternatively, you can get in touch on #removed# or email #removed# for further details.

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