Mental health carers in Barnes

At the heart of Shenehom Housing Association is our compassionate, experienced, and dedicated staff team supporting adults with enduring mental health needs in Barnes. As mental health carers, we are much more than just residential mental health care staff. Our goal is to foster stability, empowerment, and independence in a recovery-focused environment where residents feel truly at home, not just accommodated.

We want families, care professionals, and our residents to feel reassured that the supported housing staff team at Shenehom is made up of skilled, understanding individuals who put well-being, autonomy, and respect at the centre of their work.

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Working for Shenehom Housing Association

Caring for people is at the very core of everything we do at Shenehom Housing Association. Our experienced mental health professionals offer skilled, insightful support within a vibrant, family-like setting that prioritises both safety and comfort. We believe in empowering our residents, encouraging each person's independence at their own pace, and nurturing a sense of belonging. Our team's expertise ensures that residents receive recovery-focused support tailored to their own aspirations and needs.

 

 

 

 

Our Team

Manager

BA Hons in History & Politics with 16 years' experience leading mental health services.
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Deputy 1

BSC in Psychology and Social Anthropology, Foundation in Psycho Dynamic Counselling & Art Therapy
 

 

Deputy 2

BSC in Psychology and Counselling.

 
 

Four Project Workers

Specialisms in Philosophy, Jungian therapy, Gesalt therapy and CBT

 

 

 

 

 

Join a Compassionate, Supported, and Professional Team in Barnes

Our mental health carers are also supported by a committed Board of Trustees, which oversees our continual development and ensures best practice.

Working for Shenehom Housing Association requires more than just qualifications. It takes real dedication, genuine care, and a deep understanding of people. As a vital part of the Barnes community, we're united by the belief that positive relationships, respect, and well-being come first. We champion equal opportunities for all applicants and require candidates to be eligible to work in the UK and pass all appropriate checks, including the Disclosure & Barring Service. A role here means joining a committed, highly qualified and supportive team.

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Volunteering as a mental health carer

Shenehom Housing Association is strengthened not only by its professional team, but also by the enthusiasm and kindness of its volunteers. Volunteering with us is both meaningful and rewarding, as volunteers play a truly valuable role in daily life at Shenehom. Full training and support are provided, ensuring both volunteers and residents benefit from the experience.

 

 

How much time do volunteers dedicate to working at Shenehom?

We recognise that potential volunteers come with different backgrounds and time commitments. Whether someone is able to give a few hours a week, half a day, a full day, or several days per week, we offer flexibility to make the most of any regular commitment. We work with each volunteer to design a schedule that is both personally fulfilling and supportive of the needs of our residents. The only requirement we have is reliability, as the consistency of volunteers is an important part of fostering trust and community.

What can volunteers help with?

Volunteers at Shenehom Housing Association actively complement our residential mental health care staff. Their support enables our dedicated team to provide an even higher standard of professional care within our Barnes home. Volunteers may choose to become ‘befrienders', spending time with residents playing board games, engaging in creative activities, assisting with group support sessions, joining in on community meetings or simply sharing a friendly chat over a cup of tea. Through their involvement, volunteers help to build a warm, welcoming environment where everyone is supported on their path to greater confidence, stability, and meaningful independence.

 

 

 

Volunteering here introduces you to experienced mental health professionals and gives you genuine insight into recovery-focused support staff roles. Our volunteers become an essential part of a compassionate team who listen, encourage, and help residents feel valued every day.

 

 

 

Questions about
our Team

Who provides day-to-day support at Shenehom?

Day-to-day support is delivered by our dedicated mental health carers and qualified staff team, including project workers overseen by experienced managers.

What qualifications and experience do staff have?

Our staff members hold degrees in Psychology, Counselling, Neuroscience, and more, with extensive experience in residential mental health care.

How are staff trained in mental health support?

All staff at Shenehom receive ongoing training in mental health care to ensure skilled, compassionate, and recovery-focused support for residents.

Is support available 24/7?

Yes, our residential mental health care staff provide round-the-clock support, ensuring residents' safety and well-being at all times.

How do staff build trusting relationships with residents?

Our staff prioritise respect, open communication, and personalised care plans to foster trust and meaningful relationships with every resident.

How does Shenehom ensure continuity of care?

We use individualised care plans, regular reviews, and a stable, supportive team to ensure consistent and dependable recovery-focused support.

 

 

 

 

Interested in Volunteering with us?

Would you like to volunteer as a mental health carer and become part of our friendly team at Shenehom Housing Association in Barnes? Give us a call on 020 8876 2199 or email office@shenehomhousing.org.uk to request an application form and discover how rewarding volunteering with us can be.

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 Shenehom Housing Association Ltd is registered as an Industrial and Provident Society in England & Wales under company number IP025127.