Support Worker - Mental Health - Hertfordshire

Social Personnel ,
Welwyn, Hertfordshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £18,500 per annum

Overview

Role Responsibility developing, in consultation with Service Users, flexible and realistic support packages/person centred plans within agreed guidelines or service models. ensuring that a collaborative approach is used, with effective communication links with external professional groups e.g. GPs, Social Services, etc. and to work as an effective member of any multi-disciplinary team. ensuring record keeping is maintained to the required standard at all times and contributing to service monitoring requirements. undertaking responsibility for clinical risk and needs assessment and the formation and implementation of risk management plans. assisting in the development and implementation of service record keeping, procedures and policies. About You: Essential: 6-12 months proven experience in a similar role along with a good awareness of mental health problems or completion of a relevant degree a full UK Driving License and access to a vehicle being flexible, patient and non-judgemental good IT and Communication skills Desirable: level 3 NVQ in social care completion of a relevant degree good understanding of mental health /complex needs and impact on wellbeing What benefits will I receive? Comprehensive Learning and Development opportunities - we are Investors in People Silver accredited 28 days holiday, increasing with each year of service until 30 days. Plus the option to purchase additional holidays Flexible benefit options including, bike to work schemes and season ticket loans Competitive Pension and Life Assurance scheme Employee Assistance Programme and access to online Health and Wellbeing support Flexible working patterns to support work/life balance Access to a wide range of discounts including Cinema, Groceries and Gym paid mileage - 40p per mile Contact: Emily Mitchell