Mental Health Support Worker

Description

ASA Recruitment is seeking compassionate and skilled Mental Health Support Workers to join our client’s teams supporting adults with mental health needs in their own homes across Edinburgh.

This role focuses on promoting recovery, independence and wellbeing, working collaboratively with healthcare professionals to deliver structured care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide structured support, assisting individuals in managing daily tasks and emotional wellbeing,
• Facilitate meaningful daily activities that promote independence, personal development and social engagement
• Collaborate with health and social care professionals to implement individualised care plans
• Respond effectively to challenging behaviours using de-escalation techniques and a trauma informed, person centred approach
• Monitor and record progress, contributing to ongoing assessment and care planning

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 6 month UK experience in healthcare and social sector with experience in mental health support within the UK preferred.
• Current PVG membership or willingness to obtain
• Strong understanding of mental health recovery principles and psychological/positive behaviour interventions.
• Empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and a calm approach under pressure.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay.
• Flexible working with access to a bespoke online diary system
• Temporary and ongoing opportunities with potential long term placements
• Refer a friend scheme: £250 in Love2Shop vouchers (Qualifying Periods apply)

Apply today with your current CV to be part of our professional, supportive team!

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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