Mental Health Support Worker (Dayshift)

Location: 68 Ard Na Va Road

Support Worker (38.5 – 44 hours)

At Macklin Care Homes, you will work as part of an award‑winning team valued for your contribution, with opportunities for career development and a friendly, rewarding working environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Experience working within a mental health environment
• Good working knowledge of the Mental Health Order (1986)
• Understanding of current approaches to mental health practice
• Ability to collaborate positively with a challenging resident group
• Ensure care plans are comprehensive and understandable by the resident
• Support, encourage, and prompt residents with their medication
• Accurately maintain documentation both manually and electronically
• Ensure house rules are kept and adhered to, providing a safe environment
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, residents, and visitors
• Assist residents with booking and attending appointments
• Support residents in daily tasks: self‑care, shopping, and household tasks
• Promote residents to develop their skills and increase their independence

Qualifications

• Required: An understanding of current approaches to mental health practice.
• Required: Awareness of the local services available to those with mental health needs.
• Required: Understanding of types of mental health illnesses and the level of care residents will require.
• Required: Caring, empathetic and compassionate nature.
• Desired: Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Desired: Experience working within a Care Home setting or environment.
• Skills Needed: Nursing / Caring.

Company Benefits

• Collaborating with an award‑winning team with family values
• A comprehensive paid induction programme
• A wide variety of training is provided
• Career development opportunities
• Flexibility of shifts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast
• Health and well‑being initiatives, including team‑building initiatives
• Free car parking and uniform*
• Incentives for employee referrals*

Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Closing Date: Tuesday 30th June, 2026

Contract Type: fulltime

Salary: £13.69 Hourly

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