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Support Is Us is a dedicated and compassionate adult mental health supported accommodation provider. We offer a safe, supportive, and person-centred environment for adults aged 18+ living with mental health conditions. Our mission is to empower residents to regain independence, improve well-being, and move towards a more fulfilling and stable future. ⸻ Job Summary: We are seeking committed and empathetic Support Workers to join our growing team. You will play a vital role in providing day-to-day practical and emotional support to individuals with mental health needs. This includes supporting residents with their recovery goals, daily living tasks, and promoting positive mental health in a safe and respectful environment. ⸻ Key Responsibilities: • Build trusting, professional relationships with service users, • Support individuals in managing mental health and promoting independence, • Assist with daily living activities such as personal care, budgeting, medication prompts, and cooking, • Encourage and support engagement in social, educational, or work-related activities, • Monitor and record progress, updating care and support plans as needed, • Respond appropriately to risk, safeguarding concerns, or crisis situations, • Work collaboratively with professionals such as social workers, GPs, and mental health teams, • Experience working with adults with mental health conditions (preferred but not essential), • NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards it), • A caring, resilient, and non-judgmental attitude, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or nights, • Understanding of safeguarding and risk management
Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join our team at a reputable nursing home in the UK. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support to residents living with mental health conditions, including dementia, depression, schizophrenia, and other psychiatric disorders. Key Responsibilities: Provide mental health nursing care and support to residents in accordance with NMC standards. Conduct thorough mental health assessments, risk assessments, and develop tailored care plans. Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately. Support residents with behavioural and emotional needs using therapeutic interventions. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including GPs, psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers. Promote mental well-being and independence among residents. Monitor and document residents' progress, updating care plans accordingly. Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and CQC regulations. Provide guidance and supervision to care assistants and junior staff. Participate in training, audits, and quality improvement initiatives. Requirements: Valid NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN). Previous experience in a care home, psychiatric hospital, or community mental health setting is preferred. Strong understanding of mental health conditions and related care approaches. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm and compassionate under pressure. Knowledge of CQC standards and care planning documentation. Desirable: Training in MAPA/PMVA or similar de-escalation techniques. Experience working with dementia or older adults with complex mental health needs. Knowledge of safeguarding, MCA, and DoLS regulations. What We Offer: Competitive salary and paid breaks Ongoing training and development opportunities Supportive working environment Pension scheme Free DBS check and uniform Opportunities for career progression