Bank Mental Health Support Worker

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK.

Be a part of it. Cygnet Group are currently recruiting experienced Mental Health Support Workers to work adhoc shifts across both Cygnet Hospital Oldbury and Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton.

This is a fantastic opportunity if youre looking for flexibility, variety, and the chance to choose shifts that fit around your lifestyle. Whether you prefer days, nights, weekends or occasional shifts, youll have the freedom to pick the hours that work best for you. Join our supportive teams and make a real difference to the individuals in our carewhile enjoying the flexibility that suits your life.

Cygnet Hospital Oldbury

Cygnet Hospital Oldbury is our state-of-the-art PICU & Acute Hospital for women, in the West Midlands. The service has two wards, a 12-bed PICU ward and a 15-bed Acute ward. Cygnet Hospital Oldbury has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment.

Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton

Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton is our state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for men, in the West Midlands. The service features two wards. A 12-bed PICU ward and a 17-bed Acute ward. Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment.

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• At least 1 year of Mental Health experience in an ACUTE or PICU setting
• A minimum of 2 years experience working in Mental Health in any setting

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Providing Mental Health Support for Adults within either a PICU or an ACUTE hospital setting.
• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care.
• Cooperate with other members of the nursing team to ensure the ward meets any therapeutic needs of the patient, which are conducive to recovery.
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support.
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way.
• At all times, ensure that the patient's rights and dignity are maintained.
• Report on medical & welfare needs as required.
• Safeguard all patients and visitors to the service.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all.
• Use innovative methods to improve patient care.
• Support and care for a variety of Service Users with acute mental health needs.
• Pass on to qualified staff any information or concerns brought to your attention.

Why Cygnet?

• Salary: £13.00 per hour
• £14.57 per hour including 12.1% holiday allowance
• Flexible working
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings NHS Discount

• At least 1 year of Mental Health experience in an ACUTE or PICU setting OR A minimum of 2 years experience working in Mental Health in any setting
• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
• An excellent communicator & a good team player
• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.