Mental Health Support Worker

Adult Support at The Cavern

Support at The Cavern provides listening support, low level interventions such as board games, inclusive activities and offers a supportive environment.

We help people (18+) feel less isolated, cope with anxiety, meet new people and provide support at a time of day when little low level or early intervention support is available from the statutory services (6-11pm). We are funded by Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board for this service and we work closely with a wide range of statutory mental health services to ensure a joined up approach.

Our team of support workers provide a listening ear and facilitate a safe place to provide non-clinical, early intervention and prevention work for people who are struggling.

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience of supporting people with mental health issues. More importantly than that they will have a passion for seeing people become the best they can be. Passionate about being a part of someone’s journey to better their lives, learning new skills and building healthier relationships. They will have excellent people skills and good communication skills.

• All applicants will be required to undergo a basic DBS check and must provide two references before a start date can be arranged.

Title of Role

Support Worker

Purpose of Role

To enable people to become the best version of themselves providing a listening ear and facilitating a safe space for people with mental health issues, as well as referrals into more specialist support and interventions. This can range from conversations, guidance and support to activities.

Main Activities/Tasks

• To support and engage with those attending the mental health drop in
• To manage the environment, including dealing with any challenging behaviour
• To liaise with and signpost to other agencies for specialist support and interventions
• To assist with maintaining a clean and tidy environment
• To work with the support lead/team leader within their direction of leadership
• To encourage and enthuse your fellow team members
• To have a basic understanding of mental health
• To attend training and regular professional development
• To work within the policies and procedures of Kingfisher Treasure Seekers
• Any other duties as required

Training and experience

Full training will be given during induction and on an ongoing basis.

• Experience of working supporting people with mental health issues (desirable)

Hours and Pay

10 hours per week. 0 hours contracts also available. £10.75 per hour

Support

Employees can expect to receive the following support:

• Use of a HR and H&S Platform.
• Line Management support
• 24/7 access to a BUPA call line run by Qualified Counsellors

Location

Treasure Seekers Building, 52 Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2NF

Main Point of Contact

Adult Support Lead

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 10 per week

Salary: £10.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Sick pay
• Store discount
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• Night shift

Application question(s):

• Are you interested in 10 hours per week or a flexible 0 hours contract?
• What does a healthy community look like to you?
• Do you have experience working with mental health?

Work Location: In person