Care Specialist for Mental Health

1 month ago


Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full time
About this role

We are recruiting a Care Specialist to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone. This state-of-the-art, 63 bed mental health facility for adults is situated in the Kent Medical Campus in Maidstone.

The successful candidate will provide support for nursing staff including admission, assessment, implementation and discharge of inpatients, with a focus on dignity and safety at all times. They will work as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team to support the implementation of treatments and therapy as per the service users' care plans.

This is a full-time position working 38.5 hours a week, with a mixture of days and nights (between 7:30am - 8pm and 7:30pm - 8:00am).

At Cygnet, we offer a competitive salary of £13.00 per hour rising to £13.25 after probation. We also provide a range of benefits, including paid training and induction, regular coaching and support, NHS Discount, Company pension scheme, Company paid Life Assurance scheme, Smart Health Toolkit, Health Cash Plan and Subsidised meals on duty.

If you have previous inpatient mental health experience in a secure setting, excellent communication skills, the sensitivity and energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for patients, a genuine desire to make a real difference in people's lives, and a strong, flexible mental aptitude, then we would like to hear from you.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Your Responsibilities
  • Work as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team to support implementation of the treatments and therapy as per the service users' care plans.
  • Compliment and provide support to the qualified nurses.
  • Undertake safe observations of patients sometimes on a 1:1 basis or with other staff.
  • Meet the physical and emotional needs of the service users in a caring and empathic manner.
  • Play an active role in maintaining physical and mental wellbeing by providing and supporting individual or group work.
  • Maintain a safe, clean and enjoyable environment to live and work in.
  • Work within Safeguarding guidelines
  • Undertake training in de-escalation and PMVA techniques to support patients with potentially violent or aggressive behaviours towards themselves or others.

What We Offer
  • Paid training and Induction
  • Regular coaching and support
  • NHS Discount and the Blue Light Card
  • Company pension scheme
  • Company paid Life Assurance scheme
  • Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Subsidised meals on duty


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full time

    Psychotherapy OpportunityAnnual Salary: £55,000 - £75,000Cygnet Health Care is seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone. As a psychotherapist, you will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and support individuals with complex mental...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full time

    Mental Health Specialist Consultant Role Summary: We have an excellent part-time opportunity (4 days per week) for a Mental Health Specialist Consultant to join us at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone on Roseacre ward, our 16-bed personality disorder service for women. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in delivering...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full time

    Cygnet Health Care is a well-established provider of specialist mental health services. We are seeking a skilled Clinical Team Leader to join our team at Bearsted Ward, Cygnet Hospital Maidstone.Job OverviewWe are looking for a confident and experienced Clinical Team Leader (RMN or RNLD) to lead the delivery of exceptional care on our 15-bed male PICU. The...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    **About the Role**We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Mental Health Specialist to join our team at Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust. As a key member of our Home treatment teams, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional psychological care to adults with severe and enduring mental health difficulties.The successful candidate...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    About the JobWe are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team as Patient Focused Care Assistants at West Kent Place of Safety.The role involves providing care and support to in-patients experiencing acute mental health difficulties, requiring an inpatient admission. A commitment to meeting the needs of people with mental health problems and...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Secure Care UK - Maidstone Base Full time

    Job Description:We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Mental Health Patient Care Specialist to join our team at Secure Care UK - Maidstone Base. As a key member of our secure patient transport team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and respectful transportation of patients requiring mental health care.This is not just a driving job;...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full time

    Role Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Adult Community Mental Health Expert to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone. As a leading mental health care provider, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that fosters personal and professional growth.About the Role:This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Lead...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Secure Care UK - Maidstone Base Full time

    At Secure Care UK, we're committed to providing exceptional patient care and transportation services in the mental health sector. We're seeking experienced and caring individuals to join our team as Mental Health Patient Care Coordinators.This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires strong communication skills, empathy, and the ability to work...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and skilled Multidisciplinary Mental Health Care Professional to join our dynamic team at Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust.The successful candidate will have a strong background in mental health nursing, with experience in assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating care. They will be...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    Job OverviewThe Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust is seeking a skilled Mental Health Specialist to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a safe, effective, and high-quality service is delivered to patients with learning disabilities and mental health needs.Main Responsibilities:Providing operational...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mental Health Nurse to join our team at Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust. As a key member of the multidisciplinary care team, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating care for patients with mental health conditions.The successful candidate will...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    Job Description:Mental Health Support Worker SpecialistEstimated Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 per annum.The Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust is recruiting a Mental Health Support Worker Specialist to join their team. As a Mental Health Support Worker Specialist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality support to service users with...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full time

    About the RoleCygnet Hospital Maidstone is a state-of-the-art, 63 bed mental health facility for adults. We are seeking full-time Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care to work on Roseacre Ward, our 16 bed personality disorder service for women.We provide high-level therapeutic care and support underpinned by evidence-based...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    We are seeking a skilled Mental Health Specialist to join our team in Maidstone, providing high-quality care to patients. This is a 3-month contract with a competitive rate of pay.The successful candidate will have proven experience within a community recovery role and be committed to delivering exceptional patient care. A key aspect of the job will be...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Specialist to join our Adult Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) in Maidstone.This role offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team, making a positive impact on patients' lives. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver high-quality patient care by participating in...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated Senior Mental Health Specialist to join our team in Folkestone, covering South Kent Coast.The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing newly referred adults and children with First Episode Psychosis, providing ongoing comprehensive assessments, and outcome monitoring.Key responsibilities include...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full time

    Cygnet Health Care is seeking an experienced Clinical Team Lead to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for providing clinical leadership and overseeing the delivery of high-quality care on Bearsted Ward.Job SummaryWe are looking for a skilled and confident Clinical Team Lead (RMN or...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Cygnet Health Care Full time

    Cygnet Health Care invites applications for a Clinical Team Lead position at Cygnet Hospital Maidstone. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care on Bearsted Ward.Role OverviewThe successful candidate will be a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Team Lead...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

    About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team at Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who wants to make a real impact on the lives of people in need. Main Responsibilities This is a 10 PA plus 0.5 PA and 3% Category A availability supplement...


  • Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Hunter AHP Resourcing Full time

    Job Title: Clinical Mental Health SpecialistLocation: MaidstoneWe are seeking a skilled and compassionate mental health professional to join our client's team in delivering community-based mental health services.Key Responsibilities:Conducting comprehensive assessments of patients' mental health conditions.Developing and implementing personalized care plans...