We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated
Mental Health Care Assistant
to join a supportive care team in
Alford, Lincolnshire . This role involves providing vital support to an individual who experiences mental health challenges, including anxiety, sensory issues, and difficulties with daily activities. Key Responsibilities: Personal Care Support:
Assist with daily personal care tasks, including reminders for medication and encouraging personal hygiene, while ensuring the person feels supported and respected. Routine Building:
Support the individual in establishing and maintaining a structured routine, including assistance with tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and ensuring that hygiene practices are followed. Emotional Support:
Provide emotional reassurance and support in managing anxiety, helping the individual with coping strategies and offering consistent care during periods of distress. Encouraging Social Interaction:
Help promote social engagement and participation in community activities, including assisting with visits to local shops, walks, or other outings. Sensory Needs Support:
Address sensory needs and challenges related to textures, sounds, and environments. This may include supporting with clothing choices, personal space, and routines that cater to specific preferences. Promote Independence:
Encourage the individual to take part in activities they enjoy, such as cooking, organizing, or hobbies, while gently prompting and guiding them as needed. Collaborative Care:
Work closely with family members, ensuring open communication and collaborating with external professionals such as therapists, GPs, or other support services to ensure the individual's needs are met. Monitor Wellbeing:
Help track and monitor any changes in physical or mental health and provide feedback to the care team as necessary. Skills and Experience Required: Will need a driver's license with access to own vehicle Previous experience in providing mental health support or in a care setting is highly desirable. Ability to understand and respect individual sensory and emotional needs. A caring, patient, and empathetic approach, with a passion for helping individuals improve their quality of life. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be willing to undergo training and development as required. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a real difference in the life of an individual living with mental health challenges. If you're passionate about providing high-quality care and enjoy working with individuals to help them live their best life, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV to the provided contact. Note:
All applicants are required to undergo relevant background checks and training.
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Mental Health Care Assistant
to join a supportive care team in
Alford, Lincolnshire . This role involves providing vital support to an individual who experiences mental health challenges, including anxiety, sensory issues, and difficulties with daily activities. Key Responsibilities: Personal Care Support:
Assist with daily personal care tasks, including reminders for medication and encouraging personal hygiene, while ensuring the person feels supported and respected. Routine Building:
Support the individual in establishing and maintaining a structured routine, including assistance with tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and ensuring that hygiene practices are followed. Emotional Support:
Provide emotional reassurance and support in managing anxiety, helping the individual with coping strategies and offering consistent care during periods of distress. Encouraging Social Interaction:
Help promote social engagement and participation in community activities, including assisting with visits to local shops, walks, or other outings. Sensory Needs Support:
Address sensory needs and challenges related to textures, sounds, and environments. This may include supporting with clothing choices, personal space, and routines that cater to specific preferences. Promote Independence:
Encourage the individual to take part in activities they enjoy, such as cooking, organizing, or hobbies, while gently prompting and guiding them as needed. Collaborative Care:
Work closely with family members, ensuring open communication and collaborating with external professionals such as therapists, GPs, or other support services to ensure the individual's needs are met. Monitor Wellbeing:
Help track and monitor any changes in physical or mental health and provide feedback to the care team as necessary. Skills and Experience Required: Will need a driver's license with access to own vehicle Previous experience in providing mental health support or in a care setting is highly desirable. Ability to understand and respect individual sensory and emotional needs. A caring, patient, and empathetic approach, with a passion for helping individuals improve their quality of life. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be willing to undergo training and development as required. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a real difference in the life of an individual living with mental health challenges. If you're passionate about providing high-quality care and enjoy working with individuals to help them live their best life, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV to the provided contact. Note:
All applicants are required to undergo relevant background checks and training.
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