Mental Health Support Worker

Job description

Support Workers Wanted - DumfriesFull‐time | Day Shifts | Includes Some Weekends

About The RoleYou'll be supporting individuals with mental health concerns, complex care needs, learning disabilities, and addiction backgrounds to live independently in their own homes. This isn't always easy—some days will test your patience and creativity—but the rewards are huge.

Benefits

£13.86 per hour – your time and care are valuable

Do what you love – hobbies, chats, walks, cooking... It's all part of the job

Multi award‐winning charity – we reinvest profits into YOU and the people we support

Supportive leadership – we've got your back, always

No uniforms – just comfy, casual clothes

Guaranteed shifts – contracted hours each week with rotas available 4 weeks in advance

Shopping discounts – because treats are important

Ongoing training & career progression – grow with us

Recommend‐a‐Friend bonus – bring your besties

Financial hardship fund – we're here when life gets tough

Wellbeing investment – your health matters

Free DBS check – we've got it covered

Spend your whole shift with one person – build real connections

What You'll Do

Medication administration

Cooking and meal prep

Personal care

Helping manage finances and maintain a safe home

What Makes This Role Unique?

Lunch outings

Art groups

Swimming

Baking

Walks

Movie nights

Jigsaws

...and they're always open to new experiences!

What You Need To Know

Resilience and empathy

Ability to stay calm under pressure

A genuine commitment to helping people overcome barriers

Shift DetailsOur service runs 24/7, so flexibility is key. You'll work day shifts with some weekends and occasional waking nights.

Got heart? You're halfway there.At Community Integrated Care, we know it takes someone special to work in social care—and that doesn't always mean having experience. We hire based on values, welcoming people from all walks of life: Care Assistants, Support Workers, NHS or Prison Service staff with experience in addiction, mental health or complex care support. We would also welcome applications from resilient individuals with transferrable skills from other sectors as we will provide all the training you need to be successful in your role.

Curious about the role? Reach out to our Recruitment Specialist, Sarah Duncan, at recruitment.region1@c-i-c.co.uk .

If this sounds like your kind of job, hit 'Apply' and fill out our short form.

Need adjustments during the process? Just email recruitment.region1@c-i-c.co.uk .

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. Good luck—we can't wait to meet you.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dumfries

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

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