Current jobs related to Band 3 Mental Health Care Assistant - Manchester - Medacs Healthcare


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Charge Nurse to join our team at Blake Ward, an 8-bedded female Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. As a key member of our leadership team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality nursing care to our service users.Main ResponsibilitiesAs a Charge Nurse, you will be responsible for:Assisting the Ward Manager...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewGreater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust provides a commissioned mental health service for men in custody at HMP Forest Bank. The team delivers mental health assessments, treatments, and support for a wide range of mental health conditions using the stepped care model.We are seeking a Band 6 Mental Health Nurse to join our team on a...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewGreater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust provides a commissioned mental health service for men in custody at HMP Forest Bank. The team delivers mental health assessment, treatment, and support for a wide range of mental health conditions within the stepped care model.We are seeking a Band 6 Mental Health Nurse to join our team on a...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you an experienced Band 5 Nurse looking for the next step in your career or a current Band 6 looking for a fresh challenge as a Mental Health Liaison Practitioner in Central Manchester. We have an opportunity for you to be part of fast growing and developing services. In line with the Five Year Forward Plan for Mental Health and an exciting...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you an experienced Band 5 Nurse looking for the next step in your career or a current Band 6 looking for a fresh challenge as a Mental Health Liaison Practitioner in Central Manchester. We have an opportunity for you to be part of fast growing and developing services. In line with the Five Year Forward Plan for Mental Health and an exciting...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you an experienced Band 5 Nurse looking for the next step in your career or a current Band 6 looking for a fresh challenge as Mental Health Liaison opportunity in Central Manchester. We have an opportunity for you to be part of fast growing and developing services. In line with the Five Year Forward Plan for Mental Health and an exciting transformation...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you an experienced Band 5 Nurse looking for the next step in your career or a current Band 6 looking for a fresh challenge as a Mental Health Liaison Practitioner in Central Manchester. We have an opportunity for you to be part of fast growing and developing services. Greater Manchester Mental Health Service are recruiting Band 6 mental health...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewGreater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust provides a commissioned mental health service for men in custody at HMP Forest Bank. The team delivers mental health assessment, treatment, and support for a wide range of mental health conditions, working within the stepped care model.We are seeking a Band 6 Mental Health Nurse to join our...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mental Health Charge Nurse to join our team at Blake Ward, an 8-bedded female Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing leadership and operational management to the ward, ensuring the provision of high-quality nursing care to all service...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewThe post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver occupational therapy services to service users within the community mental health team. They will be supported by experienced occupational therapists to develop their skills and competencies, with the aim of achieving band 6 level competencies.With the support of the band 6...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Charge Nurse to join our team at Blake Ward, an 8-bedded female Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to our service users and contributing to the overall management of the ward.Main DutiesAs a Charge Nurse, you will be...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mental Health Charge Nurse to join our team at Blake Ward, an 8-bedded female Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. As a Charge Nurse, you will be responsible for providing leadership and operational management to the ward, ensuring the provision of quality nursing care to all service users.Main...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewThe post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver occupational therapy services to individuals with mental health needs. They will be supported by experienced occupational therapists to develop their skills and competencies, with the aim of achieving band 6 level competencies.Main DutiesConduct evidence-based occupational...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewThe post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver occupational therapy services to individuals with mental health needs. They will be supported by experienced occupational therapists to develop their skills and competencies, with the aim of achieving band 6 level competencies.Main DutiesConduct evidence-based occupational...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewThe post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver occupational therapy services to individuals with mental health needs. They will be supported by experienced occupational therapists to develop their skills and competencies, with the aim of achieving band 6 level competencies.Main DutiesConduct evidence-based occupational...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewThe post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver occupational therapy services to individuals with mental health needs. They will be supported by experienced occupational therapists to develop their skills and competencies, with the aim of achieving band 6 level competencies.Main DutiesConduct evidence-based occupational...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewThe post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver occupational therapy services to individuals with mental health needs. They will be supported by experienced occupational therapists to develop their skills and competencies, with the aim of achieving band 6 level competencies.Main DutiesConduct evidence-based occupational...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewThe post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver occupational therapy services to individuals with mental health needs. They will be supported by experienced occupational therapists to develop their skills and competencies, with the aim of achieving band 6 level competencies.Main DutiesConduct evidence-based occupational...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewMental Health Care SpecialistGreater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust is seeking an exceptional Mental Health Care Specialist to join its community mental health team. As a Mental Health Care Specialist, you will work with adults (aged 16 to 70) who are suffering from mental health issues, providing holistic and recovery-focused...


  • Manchester, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job OverviewAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team as a Mental Health Charge Nurse at Blake Ward, an 8-bedded female Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. As a Charge Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing leadership and operational management to the ward, ensuring the provision of high-quality nursing care to all service users.Main...

Band 3 Mental Health Care Assistant

2 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Medacs Healthcare Full time

Mental Health Care Assistant (MHCA) - Pennine Care

Job Title: Mental Health Care Assistant (MHCA)

Location:

Fairfield General Hospital, BL9 7TD

Royal Oldham Hospital, OL1 2JH

Birch Hill Hospital, OL12 9QB

Stepping Hill Hospital, SK2 7JE

Tameside General Hospital, OL6 9RW

Band: Band 3

Contract Type: Temporary

Salary: Up to £24.87/hr

Shifts: Ad hoc, days, nights, weekends

About You:

Are you an experienced Mental Health Care Assistant (MHCA) looking for a role with flexibility and competitive pay?

Medacs Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Care Assistant (MHCA) to join the Pennine Care NHS team. As a Mental Health Care Assistant (MHCA), you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to patients with various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, eating disorders, paranoia, psychosis, schizophrenia, and more. Your responsibilities will include forming trusting relationships with patients, monitoring their physical and mental health, administering medications, and offering emotional support.

Key responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored support plans for patients based on their specific diagnosis.
  • Arrange ongoing, long-term support for patients' post-care.
  • Build trusting relationships with patients, offering advice and reassurance.
  • Collaborate with doctors, therapists, psychiatrists, and social workers to develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Advise relatives and carers on patient conditions, treatment, and progress.
  • Keep medical records up to date.
  • Conduct standard physical health checks and administer medications.
  • Discuss available therapies, support networks, and social activities to improve mental health and wellbeing.
  • Manage workloads and shift patterns.
  • Promote mental health initiatives and reduce stigma associated with mental health.
  • Stay updated with mental health best practices and theories.

Essential Qualifications:

We are looking a Mental Health Care Assistant (MHCA) with:

  • 6 months recent NHS experience within the last 3 years.
  • The ability to pass an enhanced background check.

Benefits of working with Medacs Healthcare:

  • Competitive Rates: Up to £24.87/hr.
  • Next-day payroll.
  • Access to Care4Carers support service for mental health and wellbeing.
  • Flexible Working: Create a work-life balance with flexible shifts to suit your needs.
  • Large NHS client portfolio: Secure shifts to suit you across multiple NHS trusts, settings, and services throughout the UK.
  • 24/7 Support: Benefit from a dedicated consultant and revalidation support.
  • Development Opportunities: Access training and support packages to enhance your skills.

If you are an experienced and skilled Mental Health Care Assistant (MHCA) ready to make a difference, apply today.

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the form below and attach a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, we cannot process applications for candidates who cannot provide evidence of a UK right to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.