Job requirements
Essential
4 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Significant experience of working with adults with Mental Health Needs
- Experience
Experience of working within a multi-agency framework
- Experience
Experience of working in a Forensic setting
- Qualifications
Foundation degree in relevant subject or Diploma/NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or accredited prior learning with competency based evidence supplemented by short courses.
Desirable
3 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Previous work with people with complex and high risk presentations
- Experience
Significant experience of supporting service users in a crisis home based/ community setting
- Qualifications
Training in working with adults / older adults with complex mental health needs and/or challenging behaviour, and/or other behavioural work
Job overview
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
We are offering an exciting and unique new role as a Band 4 Health Care Support Worker within our Integrated Mental Health Teams (IMHT) across South Staffordshire, supporting our new First Transitions Pathway.
The First Transitions Pathway is a new service to help support individuals with complex mental health as they move from the structured support of forensic services to the community-focused care offered by our Integrated Mental Health Teams. This transformation is underpinned by a central commitment to promoting sustained recovery, fostering meaningful integration within the community, and empowering service users to lead fulfilling lives. This specialised team will work in close collaboration and partnership with the six IMHTs spanning South Staffordshire.
Please be ware this role requires you to travel over a large geographical area, so access to suitable transport is essential.
Main duties of the job
You will be instrumental in providing practical and emotional support directly to service users, both during the immediate transition phase and in the crucial weeks and months that follow. Their focus will be on building rapport, implementing effective engagement strategies, and facilitating access to community resources.
As part of this role you will be expected to:
- Provide intensive and assertive outreach to service users at risk of disengagement, aiming to prevent relapse.
- Provide practical support within community settings, addressing immediate needs and implementing engagement strategies.
- Be curious and motivated to make a difference to this cohort of individuals.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information regarding this role, please see attached the Job Description and Person Specification.
Check out our videos showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube
For further information please contact Rob Smith Operational Lead on 0300 303 3428
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for MH Senior Health Care Support Worker- First Transitions Team with Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust in Stafford, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 Pro Rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 15 Oct 2026.
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