Community Mental Health Support Worker

Job description

Job OverviewWe are committed to providing high quality care for the people of Bradford, Airedale and Craven. As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high quality service, close to where people live and as much as possible tailored to an individual's needs. We are looking to recruit a support worker into our City Community Mental Health team. As a Trust we are dedicated to supporting recovery and we are looking for someone able to work within our multi‐disciplinary community mental health team to support and encourage others as they work towards recovery from a range of severe and complex mental health issues.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant must be a car driver and will have access to relevant training to help work confidently to support others as well as all mandatory training required for the post.

As a member of a multi‐agency team, under direct and indirect supervision, to assist qualified Health and Social Care staff. Will assist with assessment, provision and evaluation of care and treatment to difficult to engage patients suffering from severe mental health problems in a community setting.

To undertake a range of delegated duties including: assisting in offering practical advice, support and guidance to clients, carers and their families, as appropriate to their situation, as part of an agreed care plan under the direction of one or more team members.

Core Values

We Care – We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference.

We Listen – We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs.

We Deliver – We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners.

Benefits

Increase mileage rates for > 3500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plus, many more.

The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received. This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list. If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.

ContactFor further details / informal visits contact:Name: Rachel CourtJob title: Team ManagerEmail address: rachel.court@bdct.nhs.ukTelephone number: 07345774310

Closing Date: 29th March 2026 at 00:00Shortlisting Date: 30th March 2026Interview Date: 7th April 2026

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bradford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English