Mental Health Project Worker - Winchester, United Kingdom - Sanctuary

Sanctuary

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Winchester, United Kingdom

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Description

Location:
Winchester, South East, GB, SO22 6PT

Department:
Supported Living Services

Operation:
Sanctuary Supported Living

Closing Date: 05/02/2023

Salary:
£11.49

Requisition: 208421

Mental Health Project Worker

The Lookout, Winchester

£11.49

37.50 hours per week

We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Project Worker with the passion and drive to support service users with complex needs to recover from crisis.

The Lookout in Winchester has been developed with Hampshire & IOW Integrated Care Board and offers a short-term alternative to NHS admissions for adults experiencing mental health issues.

As a Mental Health Project Worker you will provide person-centred support, working alongside service users to set and meet their recovery goals.

If you want to make a real difference to people's lives, this is an amazing opportunity to work in a positive environment with a dedicated team who value the individuals they support and make a difference in people's lives every day.

We provide a comprehensive induction programme as well as on-going training to develop new and existing skills and encourage progression.

Sanctuary also has a great employee Rewards scheme, where you will be able to receive a variety of discounts from major retailers.

This is a unique opportunity for you to work with our partners in the Southern Health Foundation Trust, extending your knowledge and advancing your skills in mental health support practice.

The role of Mental Health Project Worker will include:
Providing safe accommodation for clients with experience of homelessness
Regularly assessing the needs of residents by writing and updating support plans, and signposting access to education, training and employment
Supporting residents in their day to day living i.e. with cooking and cleaning
Offering advice in relation to fulfilling tenancy conditions
Assisting residents with managing finances and welfare benefits
Encouraging social inclusion and helping residents to build their confidence, resilience and self-esteem
Working with statutory and non-statutory agencies on behalf of the residents and actively encouraging choice and involvement, or acting as an advocate when required
Promoting safe working practices by undertaking risk assessments within legislative frameworks

Skills and experiences:
NVQ3 in Health and Social Care, or willing to work towards
Previous experience working in a similar role
A sound knowledge of housing law, tenancy rights and budgeting
The ability to work on your own initiative and to react effectively under pressure
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel or similar

Why work for Sanctuary Supported Living?

We support vulnerable people to live as independently as possible, by building their confidence and skills to realise their potential.

We are a national organisation but we think locally. We support people through supported housing, move-on accommodation, CQC registered services, floating support and telecare services.

We specialise in services for young people, homeless families and individuals, people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, people with mental health needs and older people.

Ready to join Sanctuary Supported Living?

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, we offer you access to a range of great employee benefits and the opportunity to develop and progress within your career

Benefits include:
A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years service (plus public holidays)
Life assurance
Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
Health and well-being plans
A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
A wide range of learning and development opportunities
£11.49 per hour

Closing Date: 05 February 2023

For an insight into what it's like to work for Sanctuary Supported Living, take a look at our Twitter feed or search #LifeatSanctuary

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We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.