Mental Health Support Worker
We are looking for a motivated & caring individual who would like a rewarding role as part of a supported living service that really makes a difference.
As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will join our team supporting service users in their homes in Epsom, Surrey. 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 role within their community. You will be responsible for the delivery of outstanding care to the people we support.
Our flagship supported living service on Reigate Road is an 8-minute walk from Ewell East train station and has on-site parking.
Requirements
- Experience with working with people with mental health issues, autism, challenging behaviours and learning disabilities
- Experience of using restraint techniques or willingness to be trained to use restraint techniques
- Ability to confidently work alone whilst being part of a wider team
- Strong ethical values and a person-centred approach
- Flexibility & ability to work shifts to meet the needs of the service
- Enthusiasm, resilience, confidence, high-energy and a proactive approach to providing exceptional person-centred support & overcoming challenges</
