Mental Health Support Worker

Ibchealthcare; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking Mental Health Support Workers in Lincoln to join their dedicated team. The role involves supporting individuals with Autism and ADHD, requiring strong emotional regulation skills and resilience in crisis situations. Full-time and part-time shifts are available at a pay rate of £12.40 per hour, with benefits including paid training, funded diplomas, and generous holiday leave. This position is ideal for those passionate about making a positive impact in mental health support.

Benefits

Paid training

Funded Diplomas (L2–L5)

Blue Light Card

Enhanced family leave

28 days holiday

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with Autism and ADHD.
• Ability to manage trauma and challenging behaviours.
• Confidence and resilience in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support and build independence.
• Assist with daily living tasks, including medication and cooking.
• Help with emotional regulation and structured routines.
• Collaborate with mental health and emergency services.

Skills

Experience with ASD

Experience with ADHD

Strong de-escalation & non-reactive approach

Calm under pressure

Good boundaries and consistency

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Job description

We are currently recruiting Mental Health Support Workers to join our mixed, dedicated team in Hykeham Lincoln. We particularly welcome male applicants to help maintain a balanced workforce.

You’ll be supporting an individual with Autism, ADHD, mild learning disability, cerebral palsy (ambulant), and trauma‑related emotional needs. The role involves working with emotional dysregulation, high‑risk behaviours, and crisis‑prone situations, so confidence, resilience, and a calm, trauma‑informed approach are essential.

• Role: Mental Health Support Worker
• Pay Rate: £12.40Per Hour
• Shifts: Days and Nights available
• Hours: Full-time& Part-time

Person Specification

• Experience with ASD, ADHD, trauma, behaviours that challenge
• Strong de‑escalation & non‑reactive approach
• Calm under pressure
• Good boundaries, consistency & organisation
• Driving licence (essential)

Key Responsibilities

• Person‑centred support & independence building
• Daily living tasks (meds, cooking, cleaning, documentation)
• Emotional regulation & structured routines
• Follow PBS plans.
• Community access & physical activity (e.g., gym)
• Work with mental health & emergency services when needed.

What We Offer

• Paid training & induction
• Funded Diplomas (L2–L5)
• Blue Light Card, EAP, Cycle to Work
• Enhanced family leave
• 28 days holiday

Apply now and make a meaningful impact.

About IBC Healthcare

We support individuals across the Midlands with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and mental health conditions. 97% of staff would recommend us as a great place to work, and 93% plan to stay for the next 3–5 years.