Mental Health Recovery Worker

Nurseplus UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Funded training

NVQ Levels 2 and 3

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Nurseplus UK Ltd is seeking a temporary Mental Health Recovery Worker to support homeless individuals across outreach, housing and community settings. You will help people move toward stability, independence, and long-term recovery.

We offer flexible shifts (full-time, part-time, days, nights, weekends), weekly pay between £12.85 and £18.40 per hour, funded training aligned to Care Certificate and Core Skills Framework, and opportunities for NVQ Level 2 and 3 qualifications.

Qualifications

• You must be 18+ and have the right to work in the UK.
• At least 6 months’ experience working with vulnerable adults or in a support/care environment.
• Flexibility to work across different services and locations.
• A good standard of English and strong communication skills.
• A compassionate, resilient, and non-judgmental approach.
• A clear enhanced DBS (you can apply for this upon registration)

Responsibilities

• Providing street outreach support and engaging hard-to-reach individuals.
• Working within supported housing, hostels, and residential projects.
• Supporting individuals affected by substance misuse and dual diagnosis.
• Building trusting, professional relationships and promoting engagement.
• Delivering practical and emotional support focused on recovery and harm reduction.
• Encouraging independence, life skills, and community integration.
• Supporting access to housing, healthcare, and specialist services.
• Working to support plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures.
• Working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable individuals

Good communication

English proficiency

Job description

Join Nurseplus as a Mental Health Recovery Worker – Supporting Homeless Individuals to Rebuild Their Lives

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference. As a temporary Mental Health Recovery Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, many of whom are affected by mental ill health, substance misuse, and social exclusion. You’ll be working across a range of services including street outreach, supported housing, hostels, and community-based projects, helping people move towards stability, independence, and long-term recovery.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You: Choose shifts that suit your lifestyle - full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £12.85 and £18.40 per hour, paid weekly (higher rates apply for bank holidays).
• Workwise App: Manage your availability and easily book shifts that work for you.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training: Fully funded training aligned to the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities: Access in-house courses and funded qualifications, including NVQ Levels 2 and 3.
• Blue Light Card: Thousands of high street and online discounts.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Mental Health Recovery Worker supporting homeless individuals, you may be involved in:

• Providing street outreach support and engaging hard-to-reach individuals
• Working within supported housing, hostels, and residential projects
• Supporting individuals affected by substance misuse and dual diagnosis
• Building trusting, professional relationships and promoting engagement
• Delivering practical and emotional support focused on recovery and harm reduction
• Encouraging independence, life skills, and community integration
• Supporting access to housing, healthcare, and specialist services
• Working to support plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures
• Working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

What We’re Looking For

You must be 18+ and have the right to work in the UK

• Experience working with vulnerable individuals is essential. You will have at least 6 months’ experience working with vulnerable adults or within a support or care environment.
• Training in managing challenging behaviour is beneficial, and FREE CPI training is available if required.
• Flexibility to work across different services and locations
• A good standard of English and strong communication skills
• A compassionate, resilient, and non-judgmental approach
• A clear enhanced DBS (you can apply for this upon registration)

PLEASE NOTE WE CANNOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred support to people facing complex life challenges. We care just as much about our staff as our clients, offering a supportive and inclusive environment where you can grow, develop, and build a meaningful career