Mental Health Recovery Beds Navigator

Bcha; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

BCHA is seeking a compassionate Recovery Beds Support Worker to join our mental health accommodation service in Ferndown, United Kingdom. You will provide person-centred and psychologically informed support to customers transitioning from hospital wards, helping them build independence and plan their recovery.

The role operates on a 7-day rotating shift pattern, delivering a safe, supportive and homely environment for individuals taking positive steps towards greater independence within the

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming, safe and supportive environment for customers transitioning from mental health hospital wards.
• Work collaboratively with customers to understand their individual needs, preferences, strengths and recovery goals.
• Develop customer-led support using person-centred and psychologically informed approaches.
• Provide information, advice and practical support to help customers understand and manage their recovery journey.
• Support customers to build confidence, resilience and practical skills that will help them move towards greater independence.
• Encourage customers to identify what helps them feel safe, well and in control, and support them to develop strategies they can continue to use beyond the service.
• Work alongside customers to identify their aspirations and develop realistic goals for their recovery and future.
• Promote choice, autonomy and independence, ensuring customers remain at the centre of decisions about their lives and support.
• Support customers to reconnect with their communities, interests, relationships and activities that contribute to their wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with mental health professionals, hospital teams, housing providers and other agencies to support safe and positive transitions.
• Recognise changes in presentation, wellbeing or risk and respond appropriately in line with support and risk management plans.
• Contribute to a high-quality, safe and dynamic service that responds flexibly to the changing needs of customers.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, support plans, risk assessments and other documentation in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Promote a psychologically informed environment in which customers feel respected, understood and able to make positive changes.
• Support customers to prepare for their next step, whether that is returning home, moving into independent accommodation or accessing ongoing community support.

Job description

BCHA is seeking a compassionate Recovery Beds Support Worker to join our mental health accommodation service in Ferndown, United Kingdom. You will provide person-centred and psychologically informed support to customers transitioning from hospital wards, helping them build independence and plan their recovery.

The role operates on a 7-day rotating shift pattern, delivering a safe, supportive and homely environment for individuals taking positive steps towards greater independence within the