Mental Health Support Worker

Job Title: Mental Health Support Worker

Location: Port Harcourt River State.

Reports to: Ward Manager

Job Summary: Member of a multidisciplinary team; assists in the provision of safe and empathetic personal care to people who experience mental illness, and who use mental health services, under the guidance of a qualified nurse.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities of a mental health support worker:

Support the nurses on duty and other clinicians while they carry out their duties ∙ Receive and implement instructions from the nurses in charge of the wards at all times ∙

Welcome patients and facilitate a friendly environment to enable them acclimatize to their new environment ∙ Ensure the safety of patients and their living environment at all times; ensure patients are never left unattended in the facility or while on external activities ∙ Physical care of patients: assist when circumstances require, in maintaining personal hygiene – bathing, dressing –, feeding, making beds, arranging personal effects, etc. ∙ Interact with and support patients during therapeutic activities and recreation ∙ Assist to de-escalate and/or restrain aggressive/violent patients when required ∙ Supervise the scheduled regular cleaning of patients’ rooms and shared areas during all shifts ∙ Complete all observation charts and handover checklists promptly and conscientiously, with adequate attention to detail ∙ Ensure that electrical appliances e.g. bulbs, air conditioners, heaters, etc. are switched off when not in use ∙ Promptly report damages, and supervise repairs and maintenance activities in the facility ∙ Perform any other duties as assigned by the Nurse or clinicians

Requirements and experience ∙ ONLY SSCE or OND holders can apply for this role ∙ Previous work experience in a mental health or general health care facility will be an advantage. ∙ Compassionate and patient ∙ Strong-willed, able to solve crises and work in a team ∙ Interpersonal skills ∙ Good communication skill ∙ Meticulous

Application Closing Date 30th October 2026

How to Apply interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] using the job title as subject of the email. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pay: ₦70,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person