Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature?
We are looking for an experienced Mental Healthcare Assistant to work within a specialist eating disorder inpatient unit in Darlington, County Durham. The service provides individual care for adults with eating disorders, in a specially designed environment. This role is fully flexible allowing you to work around any commitments, promoting a healthy work life balance.
SPECIALISM: Eating Disorders
START DATE: Immediate/ASAP
SHIFT PATTERNS: Long Days 0720-2000, Nights 1920-0800
The Role:
- Provide direct care and support to patients with eating disorders, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being.
- Assisting qualified nursing staff where necessary.
- Offer empathetic listening and emotional support to patients.
The Person
- 12 months minimum experience working as a Mental Healthcare Assistant in a residential or inpatient setting, experience working with eating disorders is preferred but not required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate and empathetic nature with a genuine desire to help others.
Benefits
- Flexible hours and working pattern
- £150 sign-up bonus
- £250 referral bonus
- Free On-site Parking
- Dedicated and experienced one-to-one consultant support
- Competitive rates of pay for temporary and fixed contract work
This role is available for an immediate start please forward your CV as soon as possible to apply.
