Mental Health Care Assistant

12 hours ago

Ballymena, United Kingdom Healthcare Ireland Group Full time
Job Description

We can only offer sponsorship for anyone on a Student Visa for those who have a minimum of 6 months expiry left. This is to allow the candidate to work in HCI and complete a review before sponsorship will be offered. Anyone on a Skilled Worker, Dependent and Graduate visa seeking sponsorship will not be accepted. Please consider this carefully before applying - no exceptions will be made.

For this role you must be fully flexible Monday to Sunday. You will be allocated shifts on a rotational basis. You must be able to work a combination of 8am -8pm, 8am -2pm and 2pm -8pm. 

You will not be able to provide us with your availability and we cannot allocate you your preferred shifts. Please consider this carefully before applying. 

The Home

Braefield Nursing Home is based in the picturesque village of Connor, located between Antrim and Ballymena. Braefield is a 56 bedded Nursing Home spread over 3 units. Braefield Nursing Home is currently registered with the RQIA for 18 individuals with nursing and mental health needs, 17 individuals with physical disability requiring nursing needs and 21 individuals with dementia nursing needs. The categories of care we cater to are Mental Health Nursing, Frail and Elderly Nursing, and Dementia Nursing. The team at Braefield Nursing Home are very dedicated in providing a high standard of person-centred care.

The Role

Mental Health Care Assistants at Healthcare Ireland play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of our Homes, providing compassionate support and assistance to Residents to ensure their independence and comfort. Mental Health Care Assistants are part of our frontline team, responsible for delivering personalised care and assistance with activities of daily living.

Our Mental Health Care Assistants also provide emotional support and companionship to Residents, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting a sense of compassion; an advocacy for the rights and preferences of our residents.

Collaborating with Nurses, Wellbeing team, families and external healthcare professions to ensure holistic and person-centred care that promotes independence and quality of life, Mental Health Care Assistants are essential in our mission to provide excellent care.

About The Role

Main Responsibilities

  • Manage unpredictable and distressing situations in a calm and logical way

  • Participate in activities, motivating and supporting residents to get involved

  • Assist Residents where required with personal care tasks and mobility while promoting independence and dignity.

  • Assess and observe the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents, recognising changes and reporting as necessary in a timely manner

  • Support the Residents to live independently by teaching life skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, taking public transport and budgeting.

  • Maintain accurate records, communicating effectively with residents and their families

  • Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

The Benefits

  • Paid annual leave

  • The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company

  • 4-weekly pay

  • Continuous professional development and training

  • Values-led culture

  • Enhanced overtime rate

  • Opportunities for progression

  • Pension plan (if applicable)

  • Attractive hourly rate

  • Access NI fee paid for

  • NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period

  • Uniforms and PPE provided

  • Monthly incentives and recognition awards

  • Free parking

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Skills Needed

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.


Desired Criteria

  • Educated to NVQ 2 level
  • Previous experience in health and social care- this can be on a voluntary basis or experience gained caring for a friend or family member with mental ill-health

Required Criteria

  • To be a good listener, showing patience, compassion, empathy and understanding
  • Have a basic understanding of the main mental health conditions experienced by residents
  • The Right to Work in the UK
  • Be NISCC registered or eligible to register

Closing DateThursday 31st October, 2024

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