Night Recovery Worker - Gleadless and Heeley

NHS; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking Night Recovery Workers for their new mental health service in Sheffield. This role is vital for delivering essential support to individuals facing mental health challenges, including those transitioning from hospital care. Candidates will have the opportunity to work flexible hours, including night shifts, and contribute to meaningful outcomes for service users. Qualifications in Health & Social Care are required, along with relevant experience. The position offers competitive salaries and various employee benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Enhanced occupational sick pay

Access to pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Life assurance

Employee recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or higher.
• Experience in a social care or recovery setting preferred.
• Must demonstrate ability to support individuals in crisis.

Responsibilities

• Step up to Team Manager role if required.
• Support service users in achieving recovery goals.
• Work collaboratively with external partners for personalized care.

Skills

Experience in a social care setting

Ability to empower individuals

Understanding mental health issues

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Level 3 Qualification in Health & Social Care

Level 3 Coaching Qualification

Job description

Night Recovery Worker - Gleadless and Heeley

We have an exciting opportunity for Night Recovery Workers to join our new 24/7 365 day mental health service in Gleadless and Heeley in Sheffield. Opening in the new year, the non-clinical service provision will deliver mental health services to prevent attendance at A&E, including supporting people who have been discharged from hospital but are not yet ready to go home. Delivering high quality, safe and effective crisis services in support of the organisation's mission, values and strategy.

Main duties of the job

• To step up on request to Team Manager role in a Team Manager's absence
• To ensure that recovery goals identified using MHM Support Planning and outcome tools are met
• To encourage service users to recognise, understand and manage factors that affect their mental wellbeing and physical health
• To increase choice and involvement of service users through access to peer support and through volunteering opportunities
• To empower individuals to identify and overcome obstacles to success in a achieving their self-determined goals engendering self-belief
• To record and feedback to clients about their progress and achievements and to identify further goals which help them achieve their aspirations
• To work with a range of partners and external agencies to ensure clients benefit from personalised and joined up support
• To work as a team member, sharing information and supporting colleagues, peer workers/volunteers ensuring they have the knowledge, information, and resources to be successful in their roles and make a positive and valued contribution to the service.
• Participate in the monitoring requirements of the service by providing statistical and qualitative information on activities, success stories and outcomes achieved
• To maintain accurate records as required by policies and procedures, using appropriate paper and electronic systems.
• To maintain timely, accurate details of clients service and support activities and outcomes achieved

About us

Mental Health Matters are a national charity who provide innovative and life changing mental health support for both individuals and communities. We offer a diverse range of services, and each and every person who works with us directly contributes to making positive changes, improving mental health and breaking down barriers. Everything about MHM is people focused, both for our workforce and the people we support. Our people are the driving force of our organisation, and we are committed to having a talented workforce who will make a positive impact on our communities

Job responsibilities

Hours of work: Multiple positions available - both full time night and part time night. Flexible including evenings and weekends and occasional nights - bank casual hours available

Salary: £25,958.40 progression to £28,622.40 Pro Rota

Location: Sheffield

Could you make Mental Health Matter?

Are you looking for a role where you can have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs, then this could be the role for you!

What we offer you

• Competitive salaries, with an annual pay review process
• 25 days Annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Enhanced Occupational Sick pay
• Access to our workplace pension scheme
• Family friendly and flexible working arrangements to support a good work life balance
• Access to our Wellbeing Offer - including EAP, Virtual GP service and wellbeing resources
• Life Assurance and Free Will writing service
• Blue Light Card and Charity Workers discounts
• Access to Tickets for Good
• Employee recognition and celebration schemes
• A tailored induction programme, bespoke Personal Development and Career Pathways to support you in your role and your career aspirations

How to Apply

We operate Safer Recruitment processes, so if you are interested in this role, you will need to apply via our online application form. Please ensure you answer all of the mandatory questions, and attach your personal statement showing how you meet the person specification criteria. This can be done on a separate document and uploaded as part of your application supporting documents.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We really value diversity and are committed to ensuring our processes are inclusive. We may ask some personal information during the application process, however, everything we ask is to ensure we can offer fair and accessible opportunities for everyone.

If you would like to have an informal conversation about this role, please contact: Jackie Redding –

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent or higher)
• Level 3 Qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• Level 3 Coaching Qualification

Experience

• Experience of working in a social care setting or able to demonstrate a lived experience
• Experience of identifying and co-ordinating a range of services to meet individual needs
• Experience of working in a recovery setting or a coaching role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.