The role of Project Worker will include:
1. Providing support to encourage our customers with mental health needs to maximise their own potential and independence
2. Supporting progress towards independence in managing positive mental health
3. Offering one-to-one support as required
4. Promoting safety by undertaking risk assessments and reviewing customers’ needs
5. Regularly assessing the needs of customers, writing, and updating support plans
6. Developing professional relationships with customers, using appropriate and clear communication to ensure their personal choice, privacy and dignity is maintained
7. Delivery of small group activities to promote recovery and well-being
Skills and experiences:
8. Previous experience of working with adults with mental health needs
9. You may have lived experience of using mental health services and will have the knowledge and understanding the ability to relate and empathise with people with mental health issues
10. to support people in crisis
11. Ability to work effectively in highly pressured situations
12. Experience with developing and maintaining accurate records and support plans
13. Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages and internet communications
14. NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willing to work towards is desirable
Are you ready to be your best?
Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:
15. At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays) pro rata
16. A pension scheme with employer contributions
17. A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
18. Health and well-being plans
19. Life assurance
20. Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
21. Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
22. A wide range of learning and development opportunities
Job Reference: 224346 - #SancSLiving
We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.
If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application.
We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don’t miss out, please apply early.
Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status