Senior Mental Health Support Worker
We are seeking a dedicated Senior Mental Health Support Worker to support young people with complex needs in Camden.
Position: Senior Mental Health Support WorkerLocation: Camden, LondonContract: Permanent, full timeHours: 37.5 hours per week, rota including evenings, weekends and bank holidaysSalary: £31,203 per annum plus pension and benefitsClosing Date: Sunday 12th October 2025
About the role
This is an opportunity to join a national charity that supports people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. You will be part of an innovative supported accommodation service for young people with mental health and complex needs, delivered in partnership with local authorities and mental health services.
In this role, you will:
Manage referrals and case coordination for young people, including those leaving inpatient services
Develop and review needs and risk assessments, support and risk management plans
Supervise and support staff and volunteers to deliver high quality care
Build supportive, psychologically informed relationships with young people
Work closely with local partners to provide joined-up, client-centred support
Ensure safeguarding procedures and health and safety standards are met
About you
We are looking for someone with:
A relevant qualification (e.g. psychology, counselling, social work, mental health) or equivalent experience
Significant experience supporting young people with complex needs and challenging behaviour
Strong caseload management, risk assessment and multi-agency working skills
The ability to build therapeutic and professional relationships with young people
A good understanding of safeguarding and equality practices
Supervisory experience is desirable
About the organisation
This well-established charity provides housing and support services across the UK, with a focus on preventing homelessness and improving opportunities through education, training and volunteering. The organisation is values-driven, believing in dignity, respect and the potential of every individual.
Other roles you may have experience of could include
Senior Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Caseworker, Housing Support Worker, Project Worker, Social Care Worker #INDNFP