Mental Health Support Worker - Mary Seacole House, West Houghton, Bolton
Job description
Make Every Day Count β Become a Mental Health Support Worker at Northern Healthcare Great News β We're Investing in Our People! π· At Northern Healthcare, we recognise the dedication and compassion our colleagues bring every day. That's why we're proud to offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and genuine opportunities to build a rewarding career.
π Mary Seacole House, Westhoughton, Bolton β Β£12.91 per hour starting rate β Enhanced overtime rates β Excellent benefits package β Career progression opportunities β Full training and development from day one Because making a difference should come with the support and recognition you deserve. Looking for a Career That Really Matters?
At Northern Healthcare, you'll do more than provide supportβyou'll empower people to rebuild confidence, develop independence, and achieve their personal goals. As a Mental Health Support Worker , you'll be part of a supportive team helping adults with mental health needs on their recovery journey, enabling them to live fulfilling and meaningful lives.
Whether it's celebrating a small achievement or supporting someone through a challenging day, your role will have a lasting impact. What You'll Be Doing No two days are ever the same. You'll help the people we support to: π Develop everyday living skills π½οΈ Prepare meals and cook independently π Manage appointments and medication π‘ Maintain their home and manage household tasks π· Build budgeting and money management skills π Access education, employment, volunteering and community activities β¨ Build confidence, resilience and independence π€ Promote emotional wellbeing and recovery As our services continue to evolve to meet the needs of the people we support, there may be occasions where personal care forms part of the role.
If required, you'll receive full training, guidance and ongoing support. Every shift is an opportunity to help someone take another positive step forward. Full Training and Support from Day One Whether you're experienced in care or looking for a completely new career, we'll help you succeed. You'll receive: π Comprehensive induction programme π€ Buddy support from experienced colleagues π» Access to our online learning platform π Care Certificate π₯ First Aid Training π Positive Behaviour Support Training π Funded NVQ Qualifications (Levels 2β5) π Leadership and Management development opportunities Build a Career You'll Be Proud Of Many of our leaders began their careers as Support Workers.
Career progression opportunities include: π Team Leader π Deputy Service Manager π Service Manager π Specialist Champion Roles If your passion is providing outstanding support, we'll also help you continue to grow and develop within your role.
Benefits
β¨ Free parking at most services β¨ Free Enhanced DBS check β¨ Blue Light Card and Blue Light Insurance discounts β¨ Refer-a-Friend Scheme β earn up to Β£400 in Love2Shop vouchers β¨ Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing, counselling and physiotherapy support β¨ Ongoing learning and professional development β¨ Monthly and annual colleague recognition awards What We're Looking For We're looking for people who are compassionate, reliable and committed to making a positive difference.
You'll ideally have: β A caring, person-centred approach β Experience in care, support work or mental health services, or a Level 2/3 Health & Social Care qualification (desirable but not essential) β Experience supporting a family member, friend or someone with additional needs is welcomed β Strong communication and teamwork skills β Two satisfactory references covering the previous three years β The ability to complete an Enhanced DBS check (paid for by Northern Healthcare) You Could Be the Difference Every breakthrough begins with the right support.
If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can change lives, develop your skills and be part of a team that genuinely cares, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and start your journey with Northern Healthcare. π Together, we make every day count.