MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY WORKER - GREAT YARMOUTH - MATERNITY COVER

About us
Norfolk Integrated Housing & Community Support Services (NIHCSS) is a partnership between Together for Mental Wellbeing, one of the oldest mental health charities and St Martins Housing Trust, placed number 5 in the best charities to work for in the Best Companies list 2023 . Our employees tell us that NIHCSS is a place where they feel supported, where their wellbeing is prioritised and where values are in place to encourage trust, respect and support.
Our team at Astley Cooper Place in Great Yarmouth are looking for maternity cover to 31 December 2025. Your caseload will include clients in our supported living environment and in the community in East Norfolk.
Our work environment includes:
Fostering communication and collaboration
Flexibility
Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
Leading with compassion
Acknowledging great work
Transparency
Prioritising and valuing our staffing team
Shift work is part of the role, no personal care involved, being able to drive and have a car is a mandatory requirement of this role (business insurance is required).
*Job Overview*
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate person to join our team in Great Yarmouth. As a Mental Health Support Worker at NIHCSS, you will play a crucial role in supporting and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling, independent lives.
*Duties*
- Mentoring and supporting individuals, encouraging independence and self-confidence
- Providing person centred support to individuals including life skills and social interactions
- Collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care
*Experience*
- Previous experience working with vulnerable adults
- Ability to communicate effectively and empathetically
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently
- A compassionate and patient approach towards those in need of support