Complex Needs Support Worker

Complex Needs Support Worker Vacancy!

Agency ref: 79745

A reputable charity based in the Hertfordshire area are keen to secure a Complex Needs Support Worker specialising in Mental Health on a temporary to permanent basis.

Location: Watford (free parking)

Duration: 6 month contract with potential permanent work

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Shifts Monday to Friday and working 1 in every 4 Saturday’s:

Week 1: 8am – 4pm

Week 2: 1pm – 9pm

Main duties:

• Provide day to day support to a caseload of residents with complex and coexisting needs, ensuring they are appropriately assessed and supported
• Working collaboratively with external agencies such a specialist substance misuse services and Adult Mental Health Services
• Creating in depth and clear support plans tailored to each client to ensure residents have a clear path to progress
• Assisting clients to move on into independent living and accommodation
• Carrying out risk assessments to ensure the health and safety of residents and staff
• Providing advocacy and mediation on behalf of the resident where appropriate
• Enabling clients to develop confidence, assertiveness and improved communication skills
• Promoting independence at all times and teaching basic living skills
• Keeping accurate notes and records
• Monitor and control rent accounts working proactively to reduce arrears

Essential requirements:

• Have an understanding of Complex Needs and therapeutic approaches to support the residents
• An enhanced DBS with the adults list checked or willingness to obtain
• Driver is preferable but not essential

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please send your updated cv to