Therapeutic Practitioner (Mental Health Support Worker)

Central Recruitment are working with a charity dedicated to supporting people experiencing mental distress to work through trauma, build supportive relationships, and explore ways to live fulfilling lives. Our client is currently recruiting a Therapeutic Practitioner to work in a residential service in the Coulsdon area. Adopting a Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE) approach, the service offers a 24/7 safe, supportive environment for adults living with severe, complex mental health conditions, dual diagnosis and who may have experienced multiple placement breakdowns. * 40 hours per week * Monday - Sunday (rota basis) * Shifts: 9AM – 5PM and 1PM – 9PM * Temporary: approx. 1 month * £16.95 per hour (£14.80 per hour, with £2.15 holiday pay) This is a fantastic opportunity to join a trauma-informed residential service supporting adults with complex mental health needs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Support a caseload of 3-4 clients to progress their recovery and achieve personal goals * Facilitate community groups under the guidance of the Service Manager and Community Psychologist * Work within a Psychologically Informed Environment framework * Co-produce structured recovery, risk and move-on plans and support clients to achieve them * Build therapeutic relationships through meaningful engagement * Maintain strong partnerships with care teams and families * Support clients to integrate within the service and wider community * Assist with medication in line with organisational procedures * Participate in reflective practice sessions * Lead delegated administrative tasks * Promote safeguarding, dignity and mental capacity awareness WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: * Experience supporting adults with complex mental health conditions using a recovery-focused approach * Understanding of recovery principles and associated support needs * Ability to build attachment-focused working relationships, complete assessments and develop action plans * Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including active listening and clear information sharing * Ability to manage and de-escalate challenging or violent behaviour * Good written, numeracy and administrative skills * Awareness of health and safety in residential settings Desirable: counselling qualification or relevant training/experience, including engagement in personal therapy FURTHER REQUIREMENTS: In order to register with Central Recruitment Services for temporary agency work, candidates must meet the following criteria: * Current valid right to work in the UK * Minimum 12 months’ of paid experience in a front line social care role within the last 3 years* (unless recruitment criteria states otherwise) * A fully enhanced DBS either registered on the DBS update service or issued within the last 12 months, or willingness to apply for one through Central (at a cost of £60) * Employment or education history to cover the last 5 years which can be verified through the referencing process HOW TO APPLY: If you feel that you fully meet the above outlined criteria for this role and would like apply for this post, please forward your CV for consideration. *Please note the outlined experience is the 'minimum' first stage criteria, and we will therefore be unable to consider your application unless you are able to demonstrate a relevant work history in line with this position