Mental Health Carer Advocate Job at HelpingMinds (Perth)

Support Worker

Brook Street Social Care is seeking compassionate and motivated Support Workers ...

Location

United Kingdom , Preston

Salary:

27000.00 - 28000.00 GBP / Year ▼

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Compassionate and motivated
Support individuals to build confidence, self-esteem, and communication skills
Create a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment
Encourage and involve individuals in making decisions about their lives
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with families, carers, and professionals
Assist individuals in accessing activities in line with their person-centred plans
Plan and deliver structured sessions and activities tailored to individual needs
Maintain clear and accessible records of participation, progress, and development
Attend review and planning meetings when required
Support individuals to take part in age-appropriate activities within the local community

Job Responsibility

Support individuals to build confidence, self-esteem, and communication skills, enabling them to form relationships and engage in community life
Create a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment that celebrates individuality
Encourage and involve individuals in making decisions about their lives, supporting their overall health and wellbeing
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with families, carers, and professionals
Assist individuals in accessing activities in line with their person-centred plans
Plan and deliver structured sessions and activities tailored to individual needs
Maintain clear and accessible records of participation, progress, and development
Attend review and planning meetings when required
Support individuals to take part in age-appropriate activities within the local community
Provide personal care and assist with ongoing health monitoring where necessary

Fulltime

Social Worker

Social Workers are recruited for the Adults Intermediate Care Team to support pe...

Location

United Kingdom , Portsmouth

Salary:

36363.00 - 42838.00 GBP / Year

Portsmouth City Council

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualification in social work and registered with Social Work England
Knowledge of safeguarding adults
Thorough understanding of adult social care legislation
Ability to communicate with a diverse range of people in challenging circumstances
Ability to manage risk and maintain records effectively and confidentially
Ability to collaborate effectively and be an advocate for individuals and carers
Professionally curious with a positive approach to motivating others
For Band 9 role: experience of supervising and supporting staff

Job Responsibility

Assessing the needs of adults and their Carers to identify creative ways to meet their assessed outcomes under the Care Act 2014
Working across admission avoidance, acute hospital, inpatient settings, and rehabilitation and reablement services
Supporting discharge planning with a home first approach
Visiting people in their own home to support them back to independence using a strengths-based approach
Conducting outcome led interventions using a strength-based approach
Assessing clients’ needs and agreeing a person-centred support plan
Completing reviews of assessments and support plans
Supporting people with their health, mental health, and social care needs
Assessing mental capacity when required
Working independently and managing own caseload

What we offer

Robust induction
Support of a strong and well-established management team
Support for staff development including ASYE, BIA training, or Practice Educator course
Disability confident employer
Armed Forces Covenant gold standard

Fulltime

Peer Supporter

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS...

Location

United Kingdom , Workington

Salary:

25760.00 - 27476.00 GBP / Year

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS...

Expiration Date

June 11, 2026

Requirements

Good level of secondary education
Commitment to complete the CNTW Peer Supporter Educational Programme
Understanding of personal values and beliefs
Good interpersonal and team-working skills
Ability to share personal story of recovery in a professional manner
Confidence in own skills and ability to draw upon own resilience and strengths to sustain own wellbeing
Ability to assist people to develop recovery and wellness plans
Ability to facilitate groups
Ability to deliver aspects of a planned training event
Ability and willingness to reflect on work practice and be open to constructive feedback

Job Responsibility

Supporting families and carers whilst their loved ones are within our service and throughout transitional periods
Advocate for carers in meetings, raising awareness, and influencing service culture
Use your lived experience thoughtfully, sharing relevant stories that can create a shared understanding between carers to help build a mutual connection
Co facilitate and develop therapeutic groups for carers and families and creating a safe space for sharing experiences
Working 1:1 with carers and families to offer appropriate individualised support and advice
Supporting with training sessions to educate people on the needs and experiences of carers
Managing and prioritising your workload independently
Have the ability to communicate through a range of different methods including face to face, telephone, email, and in group settings
Work collaboratively as part of a team as well as individually
Have a good level of self-awareness

Parttime

Support Worker

Brook Street Social Care is seeking compassionate and motivated Support Workers ...

Location

United Kingdom , Preston

Salary:

27000.00 - 28000.00 GBP / Year ▼

Brook-St Hiredonline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Compassionate and motivated support workers
experience in providing care to individuals with learning disabilities
ability to support person-centred plans
ability to communicate effectively with families, carers, and professionals
willingness to provide personal care and physical support
willingness to complete required training
understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and mental capacity

Job Responsibility

Support individuals to build confidence, self-esteem, and communication skills
create a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment
encourage individuals to make decisions about their lives
develop positive working relationships with families, carers, and professionals
assist individuals in accessing activities per person-centred plans
plan and deliver structured sessions tailored to individual needs
maintain clear records of participation and progress
attend review and planning meetings
support individuals in age-appropriate community activities
provide personal care and health monitoring

Fulltime

Children's Social Worker - LAC

Position Overview: We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Looked ...

Location

United Kingdom , Leicester

Salary:

34.00 - 35.00 GBP / Hour

Randstad

Expiration Date

June 10, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work or a related field
Registration with the relevant regulatory body (e.g., HCPC) as a qualified social worker
Proven experience working with looked after children and their families, preferably within a social services or child welfare setting
Strong knowledge of child development, attachment theory, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding principles
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trusting relationships with children and families from diverse backgrounds
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with colleagues and external partners
Resilience, empathy, and a commitment to advocating for the rights and well-being of children in care
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle complex and challenging situations with professionalism and sensitivity
Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for travel within the community

Job Responsibility

Conduct thorough assessments of children's needs and develop personalized care plans in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
Provide direct support and intervention to children in care, addressing their emotional, physical, and developmental needs
Advocate for children's rights and represent their interests in meetings, court proceedings, and other settings
Work collaboratively with foster carers, adoptive families, and residential care staff to ensure continuity of care and support
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of case progress, assessments, and interventions in accordance with regulatory standards
Collaborate with external agencies, such as schools, healthcare providers, and mental health services, to coordinate holistic support for children in care
Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and training sessions to enhance professional development and knowledge sharing
Adhere to legal and ethical guidelines in all aspects of practice, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies

What we offer

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement
Meaningful work that makes a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families

Fulltime

Qualified Social Worker | Learning Disabilities

We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Learning Disabi...

Location

United Kingdom , Wythenshawe

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

May 30, 2026

Requirements

Diploma/Degree in Social Work
Registration with Social Work England
Experience of working with people who have a learning disability
Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Best Interests experience
Risk management and multiagency working
1-3 years experience of working within a similar social work setting

Job Responsibility

Conduct needs assessments under the Care Act 2014 to determine support requirements
Work with service users, their families, and carers to ensure they receive appropriate support
Assist with accessing housing, employment, education, and community resources
Respond to emergency situations, such as a breakdown in care or safeguarding concerns
Work within the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) framework
Advocate for people's rights, ensuring their voice is heard in care decisions
Collaborate with health professionals, psychologists, occupational therapists, housing services, and advocacy groups

What we offer

Dedicated Consultant - one point of contact
Keep your CPD/Training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal
Weekly payroll
Competitive pay rates
Working with a top local authority
Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality
Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (ts & cs apply)

Fulltime

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Pharmacy Technician

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connec...

Location

United States , Burlington

Salary:

17.00 - 27.00 USD / Hour

CVS Health

Expiration Date

June 06, 2026

Requirements

Must comply with any state board of pharmacy requirements or laws governing the practice of pharmacy, which includes but is not limited to, age, education, and licensure/certification
If the state board of pharmacy does not address or mandate a minimum age requirement, must be at least 16 years of age
If the state board of pharmacy does not address or mandate a minimum educational requirement, must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or be actively enrolled in high school or high school equivalency program
State-level licensure and national certification requirements vary by state, click here to learn more
Regular and predictable attendance, including nights and weekends
Ability to complete required training within designated timeframe
Attention and Focus: Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time
Ability to pivot quickly from one task to another to meet patient and business needs
Ability to confirm prescription information and label accuracy, ensuring patient safety
Customer Service and Team Orientation: Actively look for ways to help people, and do so in a friendly manner

Job Responsibility

Living our purpose by following all company SOPs at each workstation to help our Pharmacists manage and improve patient health
Following pharmacy workflow procedures at each pharmacy workstation (i.e., production, pick-up, drive-thru, and drop-off) for safe and accurate prescription fulfillment
Contributing to positive patient experiences by showing empathy and genuine care: creating heartfelt and personalized moments while serving patients at pick-up, drive-thru, and over the phone
keeping patients healthy by offering immunizations and other services at the register and over the phone
and demonstrating compassionate care by solving or escalating patient problems
Completing basic inventory activities, as permitted by law, and as directed by the pharmacy leadership team, such as accurately putting away medication deliveries and completing cycle counts, returns-to-stocks, waiting bin inventories, etc.
Contributing to a high-performing team, embracing a growth mindset, and being receptive to feedback
actively seeking opportunities to expand clinical and technical knowledge needed to better assist patients
Remaining flexible for both scheduling and business needs, while contributing to a safe, inclusive, and engaging team dynamic
voluntarily traveling to stores in the market to work shifts as needed by the business

What we offer

Medical
dental
vision coverage
paid time off
retirement savings options
wellness programs
other resources, based on eligibility

Fulltime

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Facilities Support - Entry

To maintain, clean, sanitize and protect the change house, gathering areas, shop...

Location

United States , Grants

Salary:

Not provided

Peabody Energy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Knowledge of use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances
Knowledge of safe disposal of chemical liquids and other hazardous components
Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets
Integrity and ability to work independently
Have high safety standards for self and others
Maintain a valid driver's license
Previous custodial experience preferred

Job Responsibility

Maintain change house, gathering areas, shop restrooms and office spaces in a clean and orderly condition
Clean & sanitize designated areas
Sweep and mop floors & walls
Restock disposables
Carry out heavy cleansing tasks and special projects
Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs
Dust offices and entryways
Look for, correct and communicate safety hazards
Cooperate and communicate with staff
Keep supplies and work area stocked, well organized, and clean

Fulltime

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