Relief Mental Health Support Worker (Dual Sites)

The Relief Mental Health Support Worker will play an important role within Jewish Care's Residential Care team, providing compassionate, person-centred support to adults with mental health needs across Sidney Corob House in West Hampstead and Jack Gardner House in Golders Green.

This relief position offers £14.80 per hour on an as-and-when-required basis, covering a range of shifts including mornings, long days, evenings, nights and weekends.

The postholder will support residents with personal care, medication, meals and daily routines, while promoting independence, dignity, choice and emotional wellbeing.

You will provide companionship, encourage participation in recreational activities, support residents with complex needs and work collaboratively with colleagues, families and other professionals to deliver holistic care.

Experience supporting people with mental health needs, knowledge of mental health conditions and experience with personal care, medication and risk assessments are desirable.

An NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent, is also desirable.

Main duties of the job

• Provide personal care, assist with meals, and administer medication.
• Support residents in their daily routines to promote independence and wellbeing.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to residents.
• Assist in organising and participating in recreational activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and other stakeholders to provide holistic support.

What We're Looking For

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Knowledge and understanding of mental health conditions.
• Experience in supporting individuals with mental health challenges, ideally in a residential care setting.
• Experience providing personal care, administering medication, and completing risk assessments.
• The ability to engage and motivate individuals with complex needs.
• Experience working in a multicultural and diverse environment.

Benefits

• Be part of a multi-award-winning organisation.
• Receive ongoing training and development.
• Make a real difference in the lives of our residents.