Mental Health Support Worker

Overview

Rethink Mental Illness is dedicated to helping those severely impacted by mental illness. Rethink Mental Illness believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity, guided by Rethink Mental Illness's core value of equity.

Rethink Mental Illness is seeking a passionate and experienced Mental Health Support Worker to join Rethink Mental Illness's inspiring team at Lincolnshire Crisis Accommodation & Helpline Service. This position is a fixed-term contract until 19-Jul-2025.

Field View Crisis accommodation provides 4 Crisis beds for individuals experiencing mental health issues, offering support 24/7. The maximum stay is 7 nights, and Rethink Mental Illness's services cater to individuals aged 16 and above, including access to Rethink Mental Illness's helpline, Lincsline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide key worker support to a specified number of service users, offering one-on-one support and liaising with other mental health agencies.
• Ensure the individual’s needs are prioritized, utilizing communication, motivation, and coaching skills to help service users achieve their goals.
• Develop a rapport with service users based on respect and honesty while adhering to professional boundaries and Rethink Mental Illness's Code of Conduct.

Essential Experience and Skills:

• Transferable life or work experience relevant to this role.
• Strong listening skills, with empathy, kindness, patience, and a willingness to learn.
• Demonstrated behaviors that align with the values of Rethink Mental Illness's charity.
• Experience supporting individuals with mental illness or providing care in a social care setting is a plus.

Benefits:

Rethink Mental Illness offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support Rethink Mental Illness's staff:

• PULSE: Access to discounts and benefits through Rethink Mental Illness's rewards platform, including cashback and savings options.
• Wagestream: Instant access to up to 50% of your pay, along with expert tools and resources.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to Rethink Mental Illness's Wellbeing hub for physical, emotional, and mental health support, including an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible Working: Choose your work location and manage your schedule, with generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme: A contributory pension plan to help you plan for the future.
• Structured Induction: Comprehensive onboarding to support your wellbeing.
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to £300 for introducing a friend or family member to join Rethink Mental Illness.

Who Rethink Mental Illness is: Rethink Mental Illness’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity providing mental health services across England. Rethink Mental Illness's mission is to enhance the lives of those severely affected by mental illness.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Rethink Mental Illness value diversity and inclusiveness, recognizing its importance in shaping Rethink Mental Illness's workplace and enhancing Rethink Mental Illness's services. Rethink Mental Illness actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including those with lived experiences.

Rethink Mental Illness's Core Values:

• Commitment
• Equity
• Expertise
• Hope
• Openness
• Passion
• Understanding