Mental Health Bank Support Worker

Response Organisation is the largest mental health charity in Oxfordshire that has expanded across the Thames Valley and most recently into Wiltshire.
Mental Health Bank Support Worker - £9.92 - £10.48 per hour
- Eligible for Blue Light card and other discounted shopping
- Employee Assistance Programme with access to free counselling
- Cycle to Work Scheme (after probation)
- Enhanced family friendly leave
- Flexible and agile working opportunities (role dependent)
- Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave
- £500 refer a friend bonus scheme
- Optional health cash care plan
- Wellbeing hub that includes discounts for gyms and sports activities
- Thrive - mental wellbeing support app - approved by NHS
- Free flu jabs
Do you have the desire to help change lives and an interest in mental health?
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Here at Response, we believe that it is possible to recover from a mental health condition, and that the most effective recovery is directed by the client. That is why, as part of our care Recovery Model (RReM360) you will receive the training and confidence to use core therapeutic talk therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-based Trauma Informed Care and Mutual Aid to provide the best possible care and support that considers the specific needs of our clients. Using these specialist techniques, you will work with our clients by supporting them to meet their goals, regain control of their recovery and move towards greater independence. We are looking for a Mental Health Bank Support Worker to join the Carramar/Thatcham team at Response. The Carramar/Thatcham team focuses on providing care for clients in a 24 hour, 7 day a week supported housing service in Thatcham. The Carramar team creates a comfortable, safe and pleasant environment while helping residents work towards more independent living in the future. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website: Response - Mental Health Care & Support

Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day. Experience within care or mental health settings is desirable, but not essential. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer.

The duties within any role vary from day to day. Some of the core duties within the role will include: supporting, encouraging and prompting residents with their medication; taking part in a range of activities during key working sessions with residents whilst helping them to achieve their aspirations; promoting and encouraging both physical and mental well-being; update and maintain records electronically; ensure house rules are kept and adhered to, as well as providing a safe and respectful environment; conduct regular welfare checks and promoting residents to develop their skills and increase their independence; liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and carers.

Above all, we are looking for people that share our values, as set out below, and who want to make a real difference to people’s lives:
Caring - Our clients are the heart and soul of all that we do, we provide person-centred care that enables them to live a life worth living. We believe that differences should be celebrated, and each client’s uniqueness enhances not only our community, but also the support we provide.
Safe - Honest and open relationships help to make all our clients feel safe, and we provide a safe place for recovery for as long as they may require.
Creative - Continuous learning from one another is key. When working with a client at their own pace there are many ways to get creative with how they are supported.
Aspirational - Recovery is focused on what a client can do, not what they can’t.

You can work hours that fit around your personal circumstances and potentially become a permanent member of the team in the future Shifts available will include days, evenings, nights and weekends. Salaries vary depending on the role and experiences.

If this Mental Health Bank Support Worker position sounds like the role for you then please click ‘Apply’ today We would love to hear from you This vacancy may be closed early.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.

**Job Type**: Part-time