Mental Health Support Worker (Days)

Mental Health Support Worker

Millcroft House, Seacroft, Leeds

£13.45 per hour | Overtime paid at £14.95 per hour | 38.5 hours per week

Make a Difference Every Day. Support Recovery. Change Lives.

Are you someone who genuinely enjoys helping others achieve their goals and reach their potential?

Do you want to be part of a team that supports people to rebuild confidence, develop independence, and take meaningful steps towards a brighter future? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join our team at Millcroft House, our specialist residential rehabilitation service in Seacroft, Leeds.

This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to build meaningful relationships, support people through their recovery journeys, and be part of a service where every day brings the chance to make a positive impact.

About Millcroft House

Millcroft House is a specialist step-down residential rehabilitation service supporting adults with mental health needs as they transition towards greater independence.

Our focus is on helping residents develop the confidence, skills and resilience needed to move forward in their recovery. Through a person-centred approach, we support individuals to achieve their goals, strengthen daily living skills, access education and employment opportunities, and reconnect with their communities.

As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping residents build the foundations for a more independent and fulfilling future.

Working Pattern

38.5 hours per week on a two-week rolling rota.

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday

Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

Shifts are 7:45am to 7:45pm, providing consistency and allowing plenty of time to build meaningful relationships with the people you support.

The Opportunity

This isn't just a support worker role. It's an opportunity to be a key part of somebody's recovery journey.

You'll work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team to provide encouragement, practical support and guidance, helping residents to develop new skills, overcome challenges and achieve personal goals.

Whether you're supporting someone to attend an appointment, develop independent living skills, access community activities, or simply providing a listening ear when it's needed most, you'll have a direct impact on helping people move forward with confidence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting residents through their recovery journeys within a rehabilitation environment
• Building positive, professional relationships based on trust, respect and encouragement
• Helping individuals develop practical life skills and increase independence
• Providing emotional support and promoting positive wellbeing
• Encouraging participation in meaningful activities and community engagement
• Supporting residents to access education, employment and volunteering opportunities
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals
• Promoting choice, dignity, independence and person-centred support
• Assisting with daily living activities where required
• Encouraging residents to achieve personal goals and celebrate their successes

About You

We're looking for someone who is caring, positive and passionate about supporting others.

You'll ideally have:

• Experience working within a Mental Health or Rehabilitation setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to build rapport and positive relationships with residents and colleagues
• An understanding of person-centred support and recovery-focused practice
• A proactive and compassionate approach to supporting others
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

Most importantly, you'll believe in people's ability to recover, grow and achieve greater independence.

Why Join Active Pathways?

At Active Pathways, we believe great care starts with great people. That's why we're committed to supporting our colleagues to grow, develop and succeed.

Refer a Friend Scheme with rewards of up to £500

Health Cash Plan including dental, optical, counselling and virtual GP services

Discounted gym membership

Workplace pension scheme

Free Blue Light Card membership

Free Enhanced DBS check

Free onsite parking

Free lunch whilst on shift

Structured career progression through our development programme

Supportive management team and positive working environment

About Active Pathways

For over 20 years, Active Pathways has been delivering specialist Mental Health and Rehabilitation services across Yorkshire and Lancashire.

We are passionate about recovery-focused care and creating environments where people can thrive. Our approach places individuals at the centre of everything we do, ensuring both the people we support and our colleagues are empowered to achieve their goals and ambitions.

We're proud to be an organisation with services rated Outstanding by the CQC and to hold Investors in People Gold accreditation, recognising our commitment to excellence and the development of our people.

Ready to Start a Rewarding Career?

If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, be part of an exceptional team, and support people to achieve positive outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help people build confidence, independence and a brighter future at Millcroft House.