Mental Health Crisis Recovery Worker

TN United Kingdom; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Crisis Recovery Worker for its out-of-hours service in Barnsley. This role involves providing essential support to individuals in crisis, assessing their needs, and promoting mental health and wellbeing. You will work in a fast-paced environment, engaging with clients facing mental health challenges while collaborating with local agencies. With a commitment to high-quality service, this position offers a comprehensive training program, generous annual leave, and opportunities for career development. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact and possess the required qualifications, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

5% contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Discount platform for purchases

Tailored induction and probation review

Structured career development pathways

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health support and crisis management is essential.
• Ability to engage and motivate individuals in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential support to individuals in crisis and assess their needs.
• Work in partnership with local agencies to promote mental health and wellbeing.

Skills

Mental Health Support

Motivational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Crisis Management

Education

Health and Social Care Level 2

Health and Social Care Level 3

Job description

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Mental Health Crisis Recovery Worker, Barnsley

Client: Mental Health Matters

Location: Barnsley, United Kingdom

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: bcbdbfa2767c

Job Views: 4

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

Crisis Recovery Worker - Barnsley Support Hub

We have 2 positions available: 1 x 15 hours and 1 x 20 hours per week, Thursday to Sunday (5 hour shifts) - Various hours available

Service open hours: 6pm to 11pm

Salary: £25,958 per annum, with progression to £28,662 per annum PRO-RATA

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Crisis Recovery Worker to work in our out of hours service in Barnsley!

About us

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support.

Everything about MHM is people-focused; our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to our clients and service users.

About the role

In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals in crisis, helping to assess their needs, provide emotional guidance, and promote mental health and wellbeing. This position involves working in a fast-paced environment with clients experiencing mental health challenges, contributing to a supportive team, and working in partnership with local agencies and external networks.

About you

You will have experience of working with Mental Health and will be able to inspire and engage people. You will have the ability to identify barriers and understand client needs while possessing excellent motivational skills. This will include one-to-one engagement and facilitating group-based activities, signposting, and engaging people in mainstream provision.

You will have an understanding of working with people with a variety of complex needs including mental health, learning, physical, and substance misuse, which would be an advantage for this post. Your knowledge of working within a community-based service is essential and will have equipped you with the relevant communication and interpersonal skills required for the role.

It is essential that you hold a Health and Social Care level 2 or level 3 and be willing to develop further as the role requires.

What we offer

You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues.

In addition, you will receive:

• A minimum of 25 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service
• A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions.
• A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, pay, and leave.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted gym membership.
• A discount platform covering online, high street, and supermarket purchases.
• You will receive a tailored induction and probation review program which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role.
• Our structured career development pathways and support from our accredited Learning Team will provide you with advice and guidance on how to access development to allow you to flourish in your chosen career.

The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.

All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview.