Bank Mental Health Support Worker

Job description
The Derbyshire Federation for Mental Health is a charity supporting individuals living with or
recovering from mental ill health.
We are looking to recruit for the following position in the High Peak area.
(This position will be Buxton Office based but will require travel throughout the High Peak and
certain area’s within The Derbyshire Dale’s).

Bank Mental Health Support Worker
Hours and days to be mutually agreed as dictated by the demands of the business.

Salary scale from £12.21 per hour  (plus 3% pension contribution)

The position of Mental Health Support Worker involves supporting and motivating individuals
to improve their mental health by helping them develop self-care skills, build resilience and
better utilise community resources. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with
people, will be reliable, confident, have excellent communication skills, and be able to provide
our clients with support and encouragement.

Do you genuinely care about making a difference and are motivated to improve the mental
wellbeing of people living in Derbyshire? We’re looking for individuals who are keen to make
a difference to the lives of people and their communities. Ideally, you would have at least one
year's experience of providing mental health support, paid or unpaid.

We advocate a positive work / life balance and provide a flexible working environment.

You must be a car owner and have a full licence. This role will require the successful individual
to be flexible and prepared to travel to the areas specified above in order to cover work as
necessary.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the position of Bank Worker, please
ring Kerry Hall in our Matlock office on 01629 733915.

Application  is  by  submission  of  a  CV  and  covering  letter  (outlining  how  your  skills  and
experience meet the requirements of the Person Specification). Please phone
01629 733915, to see a copy of the job description and person specification before applying.

Job Types: Zero hours contract       Pay: £12.21 per hour

Experience: Mental Health Support: 1 year (preferred)      Schedule: Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification: NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care (preferred)

                                        Driving Licence and use of a car for work purposes (required)

Work Location: In person