Mental Health Support Worker

Job description

Join Our Client's Team as a Mental Health Support Worker!

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you have a knack for supporting individuals on their recovery journey? If so, we want YOU to join our client's dedicated team in Sydenham!

Position: Mental Health Support Worker
Contract Type: Permanent - Fully office based

Salary: £26,980

Rota Basis Hours: 8:30am - 5pm Monday to Friday, with one late shift of 12:30pm - 9pm. Weekend shifts are 9am - 9pm Saturday and Sunday, or 10am - 8pm Saturday and Sunday

Location: Sydenham

At our charity, we believe in the power of recovery and the strength of community. As a Recovery Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. Your compassion and expertise will help empower clients to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

Required:

Education: Psychology undergraduate degree or equivalent

Experience: 2 years

Industry: Health and social care

Specific skills: As on the person spec

Top 5 priorities: Commute 1 hour or less, education/experience, digital dexterity/computer skills, knowledge of mental health diagnoses, admin skills

What You'll Do:

Support Clients: Provide tailored support and guidance to individuals in recovery, helping them set and achieve personal goals

Collaborate: Work closely with a diverse team of professionals to create individualised recovery plans

Facilitate Workshops: Organise and lead workshops that promote skills development, resilience, and self-confidence

Community Engagement: Foster connections within the community to enhance support networks for clients

Monitor Progress: Regularly assess clients' progress and adjust recovery plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes

What They're Looking For:

Experience: Proven experience in recovery support, social work, or a related field

Empathy:

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

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