Overview

Mental Health Support Worker - HuddersfieldClosing date: 14 September 2025

Job summaryMental Health Support Worker, Young People

Fixby, Huddersfield

£24,570 - £25,662 (based on experience)

Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Main duties of the jobEssential requirements of a Support Worker

Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays

Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays.

Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately.

Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)

Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others.

An ability to maintain a professional working boundary.

Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations.

Desirable Criteria of a Support Worker

Full UK Driving Licence

NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care

Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

About usCare in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.

Company Benefits

Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)

30 days holiday (Rising to 35 days with service including bank holidays)

An additional day off each year for your birthday

Opportunity to work part time hours if this suits your circumstances

Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health and Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate)

Paid Training, Induction and DBS check

Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits

Blue Light Card to access further shopping discounts

Enhanced company pension

Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service

DetailsDate posted03 September 2025

Pay schemeOther

Salary£24,570 to £25,662 a year Dependent on Experience

ContractPermanent

Working patternFull-time

Reference number1179

Job locationsWoodside Residential Service

Fixby

HD2 2HA

Employer detailsEmployer nameCare In Mind

AddressWoodside Residential Service

Fixby

HD2 2HA

Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Recruitment Department

jobs@careinmind.com

01616383285

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