Mental Health Recovery Worker

Rethink Mental Illness; Exeter; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Rethink Mental Illness in Exeter is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Recovery Worker to join our Housing Service on a permanent part-time basis (21 hours per week). You will support people affected by mental illness to build confidence, independence and personal recovery goals.

You will manage a caseload, provide one-to-one support, complete assessments, develop recovery plans, coordinate with health and housing partners, and promote community engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with mental ill health or similar care settings.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• Compassionate, patient and empathetic approach.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Ability to work in line with Rethink Mental Illness values and behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload and provide one-to-one key worker support.
• Support individuals to identify and achieve recovery goals.
• Develop positive relationships built on trust and respect.
• Carry out needs, risk and safety assessments and plans.
• Collaborate with mental health professionals, housing providers and community organisations.
• Encourage access to local resources, services, education, volunteering and employment.
• Help individuals develop daily living skills and personal responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to monitoring and reporting.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive risk management.

Skills

Mental health experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Willingness to learn

Value alignment

Education

Relevant health/mental health qualification

Job description

Location: Fixed Base - Cowick Street, Exeter
Contract: Permanent, Part Time 21 Hours
Salary: £14,726.95
DBS Check: Enhanced with Adults

At Rethink Mental Illness, we believe that recovery is possible for everyone. We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Recovery Worker to join our Housing Service, supporting people affected by mental illness to build confidence, develop independence, and achieve their personal recovery goals.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside individuals as they navigate their recovery journey, helping them access the right support, build life skills, and become more connected within their communities.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Mental Health Recovery Worker, you'll provide person-centred support that empowers people to live fulfilling and independent lives. Your role will include:

• Managing a caseload and providing one-to-one key worker support.
• Supporting individuals to identify and achieve their recovery goals.
• Developing positive, professional relationships built on trust, respect and honesty.
• Carrying out needs assessments, risk assessments, support planning and safety planning.
• Working collaboratively with mental health professionals, housing providers and community organisations.
• Encouraging people to access local resources, services, education, volunteering and employment opportunities.
• Supporting individuals to develop daily living skills and manage personal responsibilities.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to service monitoring and outcomes reporting.
• Promoting safeguarding, wellbeing and positive risk management at all times.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in people who share our values and have a genuine passion for supporting others.

Essential

• Experience supporting people with mental ill health, or experience providing care and support in a health, social care, community or voluntary setting.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• A compassionate, patient and empathetic approach.
• A willingness to learn and develop.
• An ability to work in line with Rethink Mental Illness values and behaviours.

Desirable

• Experience completing assessments, support plans and risk management plans.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions and recovery-focused approaches.
• A relevant health, social care or mental health qualification.

Who You'll Work With

You’ll work closely with:

• People using our services
• Support Workers and Bank Support Workers
• Volunteers
• Registered Nurses
• Deputy Managers
• Service Managers

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and equity.