Overview
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Mental Health Support Worker - Supported Housing
Location: Blaenau Gwent (Ebbw Vale and Blaina)
Hours: 37 hours per week, including participation in a rota (weekends and sleep-ins)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: 24,242.40 per annum
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Mental Health Support Worker to join our Supported Housing team in Blaenau Gwent. This role supports adults over 18 who have faced challenges such as poor mental health, homelessness, and multiple complex needs. You will provide a combination of social, emotional, and practical support to help individuals move towards independent living and brighter futures within a supported accommodation setting.
Responsibilities
* Carry out assessments of individuals referred to the service, ensuring their needs are fully understood.
* Manage your own caseload, providing effective, person-centred support.
* Develop support plans with service users and review them regularly to reflect changing needs.
* Encourage independence, enabling people to make informed decisions about their lives.
* Collaborate with external agencies and partners to ensure holistic, joined-up support.
* Maintain accurate records and ensure risk assessments, plans and reviews are kept up to date.
* Contribute to creating a safe, supportive, and homely living environment.
About You
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient, and motivated to help people overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
Qualifications and Skills
* Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and relationship-based approaches.
* Experience of working with people experiencing emotional distress and/or mental health challenges.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships.
* An understanding of safeguarding for adults.
* A reflective, organised and resilient approach to your work.
Desirable But Not Essential
* Experience in supported housing.
* Knowledge of welfare benefits.
* Ability to communicate in Welsh.
* Good knowledge of the Ebbw Vale and Blaina areas.
What We Offer
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your development.
* Opportunities to progress and build a career in supported housing and social care.
* A supportive, experienced team environment where your voice matters.
* A role where you can make a real and lasting impact in people\'s lives.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about supporting people to rebuild their lives and achieve independence, we would like to hear from you.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Information Services
Note: This posting may include references to locations and schedules that are subject to change. Please refer to the official posting for the latest information.
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