Mental Health Support Worker (Days/Nights)
Location: Fernside House, Armley, Leeds
Hours: 38.5 hours per week
Salary: £13.45 per hour + £14.95 overtime
Shift Pattern: 07:45am - 07:45pm OR 7:45pm – 7:45am, two-week rolling rota
* Week 1: Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun
* Week 2: Wed, Thu, Fri
Active Pathways is delighted to be recruiting for a compassionate Mental Health Support Worker to join our brand-new residential service, Fernside House, in Armley, Leeds. Fernside House will provide a safe and supportive home for men with enduring mental health needs, and we’re looking for someone who shares our commitment to person‑centred, recovery‑focused care.
The Best Bits
* Statutory annual leave, including bank holidays.
* Additional days annual leave awarded at 2, 3, and 5 years’ service.
* Workplace pension scheme
* Option to purchase up to 5 days additional leave per year.
* Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £500 per referral.
* Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development
* Free Blue Light Card membership
* Free enhanced DBS checks, on‑site parking, and lunch (for site‑based roles)
* Health Cash Plan – covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membership.
Responsibilities
* Support individuals on their journey to recovery through person‑centred care in a residential setting.
* Help residents develop independent living skills and achieve personal goals.
* Work within a multidisciplinary team to build positive relationships with residents.
* Provide emotional and practical support to residents.
* Promote engagement in meaningful activities and encourage social inclusion.
* Assist with daily living tasks and support residents in accessing education, employment, and the community.
* Promote independence and self‑confidence, helping residents regain control over their lives.
Experience Required
* Experience within a Mental Health or Residential setting
* Can build rapport with ease with not only the residents but the wider team
* Understanding the importance of offering person‑centered quality care
Equal Opportunity Employer
Active Pathways Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We respect and empower each individual and support diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and provide support during our recruitment processes to enable all applicants to perform at their best.
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