Mental Health Care Assistant - Aberdare – Aberdare Hospital
Reference: Mental Health Care Assistant - Aberdare
Mental Health Care Assistant - Aberdare
Posted 6 day ago
24.00
Part Time, Perm
Aberdare Hospitalprovides specialist rehabilitation and recovery services for adults with complex, severe, and enduring mental health conditions. Our focus is on helping individuals move forward in their recovery, regain independence, and achieve meaningful outcomes in a safe and structured environment.
About Us
At Aberdare Hospital, we believe that recovery is built on compassion, respect, and consistency. Our multidisciplinary team works together to provide person-centred care that promotes dignity, confidence, and stability. We are proud to support individuals who may have found it difficult to engage with services in the past, helping them to rebuild skills and prepare for more independent living.
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Support Worker to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential assistance to individuals working toward recovery from mental health conditions. Key responsibilities include:
* Patient Support: Assisting patients with daily living activities to foster independence.
* Therapeutic Engagement: Encouraging participation in therapeutic activities and social skills programmes that support personal growth.
* Observation and Monitoring: Observing and documenting patients’ emotional and behavioural health, and communicating any changes to the nurse in charge.
* Environment of Care: Contributing to a respectful, safe, and recovery-focused environment.
* Crisis and Behaviour Management: Handling challenging behaviours calmly and professionally, supporting the safety and well-being of patients.
* 2x 12 hour shifts over 7 days, days & nights.
About You
We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to providing respectful and compassionate care. Ideal candidates will have:
* Qualifications: A minimum of Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or a willingness to work towards this qualification.
* Skills: Strong communication skills, empathy, patience, and the ability to work effectively within a team.
* Knowledge: Basic understanding of mental health conditions and recovery processes is advantageous.
Join our team at Rushcliffe Care Group and help us continue to provide exceptional care and service to our patients.
You will be joining Rushcliffe Care, a company with over 35 years of experience in offering the highest levels of care to our most vulnerable in society. Our core values – Reputable Care, Respect and Compassion, Robust Communication, and Real Commitment – are at the heart of everything we do.
Start making a difference with your career today.
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by Rushcliffe Care.
Rushcliffe Care Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, in line with the Equality Act 2010. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, and the needs of the service. Some roles may have specific requirements, such as physical ability or effective communication in English, due to the nature of the care we provide. These requirements are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of our service users and are applied fairly and proportionately. To support our commitment to equal opportunities, we may collect diversity data as part of the application process. This information is used for monitoring purposes only, is anonymised where appropriate, and does not form part of the selection process. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know to support you.
For additional information regarding this role contact the HR Team on 01509 219 605
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