Mental Health Support Worker

4 weeks ago


Bridport, United Kingdom Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group Full time

Detailed job description

and main responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

If you are interested in moving to Dorset we also offer a generous relocation package of up to £10,000. For further details on relocation expenses please email

Person specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential criteria

Registered Mental Nurse / Occupational Therapist/Social Worker Valid registration with NMC or equivalent body Evidence of continuous professional development

Job Specific Experience

Essential criteria

Competent with the safe administration of depot preparation injection technique Risk assessment and management Proven communication skills (written and oral) Skills in managing complex cases Works well in a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable criteria

Competent computer skills, experience inputting information on RIO Awareness of Primary Care and Steps to Wellbeing. Applies current research and theory into practice Knowledge of clinical Governance and a commitment to clinical supervision. Extensive post graduate experience in working in community mental health Working experience of using the Care Programme Approach Inter-agency working.

Business Travel

Essential criteria

Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. - Level 1

Additional requirements

Essential criteria

Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

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