Independent Living & Recovery Coach

recoveryfocus; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days' annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Life assurance (3× salary)

Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly,

Birthday leave and extra days

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP access and EAP

Recognition and long service awards

£500 Recommend a Friend bonus

Cycle to Work

Blue Light Card discounts

Free will writing service

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking a Recovery Worker in Newton Abbot to help people achieve personal goals, improve life quality and develop independent living skills. You will provide person-centred, strengths-based support promoting wellbeing, choice and active participation in decision-making.

Join a charity delivering mental health and social support, with 37 hours per week and a clear progression path within the salary band.

Qualifications

• A person-centred and compassionate approach to supporting individuals.
• The ability to encourage independence, choice and active participation.
• Strong communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding, risk management, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• The ability to maintain accurate records and follow organisational policies and procedures.
• A collaborative and flexible approach to working with colleagues and external agencies.
• A commitment to promoting wellbeing, inclusion, dignity and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support tailored to individual needs.
• Support people to develop independent living skills, including budgeting, community engagement and accessing relevant services.
• Promote wellbeing, independence and personal recovery.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential records in line with GDPR and organisational policies.
• Assess and manage risks, following safeguarding, health and safety procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to ensure effective support.
• Contribute to team meetings, handovers and the safe day-to-day running of services.
• Maintain professional boundaries and uphold organisational values and the Code of Conduct.

Skills

Person-centred approach

Strong communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Waythrough is seeking a Recovery Worker in Newton Abbot to help people achieve personal goals, improve life quality and develop independent living skills. You will provide person-centred, strengths-based support promoting wellbeing, choice and active participation in decision-making.

Join a charity delivering mental health and social support, with 37 hours per week and a clear progression path within the salary band.