Mental Health Therapeutic Support

Mental Health Therapeutic Support

Employee type

Contract

Salary

£13.20/hour Weekly pay

Category

Social Care

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Job Description
Mental Health Therapeutic Support Worker – Bank Shifts Tezlom Healthcare Recruitment is currently recruiting experienced Mental Health Therapeutic Support Workers to join our team and cover bank shifts at a mental health crisis support service in Harrow, HA2 This service provides a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for residents aged 16+ who are experiencing a mental health crisis or struggling to cope with their mental health and daily life As a Mental Health Therapeutic Support Worker, you will play an important role in providing emotional support, reassurance and practical guidance to individuals during periods of crisis 📍 Location Harrow, London – HA2 💼 Position Mental Health Therapeutic Support Worker 🕐 Shift Pattern Monday – Sunday | 2pm – 10pm 💰 Pay Rate £13.20 per hour 📋 Job Type Ongoing Temporary / Bank Shifts The Role You will support service users by providing: * A safe, welcoming environment and a listening ear * One-to-one emotional support, advice and guidance * Support with developing individual safety plans and longer-term recovery plans * Assistance in accessing appropriate local services and community support * Support during periods of anxiety, distress or mental health crisis * Practical support such as providing hot drinks and snacks * Support with the delivery of drop-in crisis support * Encouragement and support to engage with activities and services Group Activities You may also be involved in supporting group activities such as: * Arts and crafts * Emotional wellbeing workshops * Hang Out Groups * Other wellbeing and therapeutic activities What We Are Looking For Essential: * Previous experience working in Mental Health Support Work * Experience supporting adults or young people experiencing mental health difficulties * Good communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations * Good IT skills, including experience using databases and Microsoft applications * Ability to work effectively as part of a team * Availability to work 2pm – 10pm shifts * Ideally based locally or within easy travelling distance of Harrow Desirable: * Background in Psychology or Mental Health Services * Experience working within crisis support, helplines, supported living or similar services * Currently studying or having completed a degree in a mental health-related subject Why Work With Tezlom? * Flexible bank shifts to suit your availability * Competitive pay rate of £13.20 per hour * Opportunity to gain further experience within mental health services * Ongoing support from the Tezlom team * Opportunities to work across a range of care and support settings Interested? If you have hands-on experience in Mental Health Support Work and are looking for flexible bank shifts in Harrow, we would love to hear from you Apply today and join Tezlom Healthcare Recruitment