Synapse ServicesRiversPosted 3 November 2026

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Closing date: The listing does not give one. Employers often close early when they have enough applicants, so apply soon.
Where: Rivers, Nigeria
How to apply: Directly to the employer by email. The address is in the listing below.
Similar roles: 129 other open Medical & Healthcare roles on the Nigeria board right now.

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

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

Minimum qualifications

OND , Secondary School (SSCE)

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to admin.japonica@synapseservices.org using the job title as subject of the email.

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