Recovery Navigator (Mental Health Support Worker)

Birmingham Mind; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Recovery Navigator to join their dedicated team. This role is perfect for those passionate about mental health, offering the chance to support individuals on their journey to recovery. You'll receive comprehensive training while managing a caseload, conducting workshops, and advocating for clients. Enjoy a fulfilling career with a leading mental health service provider that values community support and personal growth. With a commitment to employee wellbeing, this position offers a range of benefits, including generous holiday and a supportive work environment. If you’re ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Working from home up to 1 day a week

Defined contribution pension scheme

Paycare for affordable healthcare treatments

Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling

Comprehensive training programme

Qualifications

• At least 12 months experience in mental health or transferable skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and GDPR regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of individuals accessing mental health services.
• Conduct workshops and therapeutic group sessions for wellbeing.

Skills

Mental Health Support

Communication Skills

Safeguarding Procedures

Workshop Facilitation

Emotional Regulation

Education

Experience in Mental Health Sector

Job description

Recovery Navigator (Mental Health Support Worker)

Location: Handsworth / Central Birmingham
Salary: £23,400 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week (Part time and Full time roles available)

Are you interested in kick-starting your career in mental health? Keen to support your community and have a rewarding role? If you have some experience in the field of mental health or feel as though you would succeed in this industry, we encourage you to apply for the role of Recovery Navigator at Birmingham Mind.

About Us

Birmingham Mind is a leading mental health service provider in the West Midlands. We are a Mindful Employer and have achieved the Gold standard success in Investors in People.

About The Role

Based from either Handsworth or Birmingham City Centre hub, you will receive in-depth training and guidance to provide support to people that need help managing their mental health and wellbeing. Your role will include:

• Managing a caseload of people accessing our mental health services with support from your line manager.
• Building positive relationships with individuals to understand their needs and safeguard their wellbeing.
• Supporting individuals accessing the service to find various solutions to help them navigate a path to recovery.
• Conducting 1-2-1’s, workshops, drop-in sessions, signposting to community support, and leading therapeutic group sessions.
• Helping create and develop new sessions and workshops using feedback and reflective practice.
• Participating in fundraising, pop-up hubs, and community events across Birmingham Mind.
• Advocating for individuals to help them reach their goals.

About You

• At least 12 months experience in the mental health sector or other sectors with a transferable skillset (e.g., charities, care, prison, SEND).
• Interest in working 1-2-1 with people with mental health difficulties and delivering workshops for wellbeing and social support (full training will be provided).
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and GDPR regulations.
• Confidence when working with different groups of people.
• Calm and considered approach to managing challenging situations and the ability to regulate your emotional response.
• The majority of hours will be within 9-5, Monday to Friday, with availability to work one Tuesday evening and a Saturday morning monthly.

Salary & Benefits

Salary for this role is £23,400. Benefits include 33 days holiday (including Bank and Public Holidays), working from home up to 1 day a week, defined contribution pension scheme, Paycare for affordable healthcare treatments, an Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling, and a comprehensive training programme.

Birmingham Mind encourages those with lived experience of mental health difficulties to apply regardless of work experience.

Closing date for applications is Monday 24th March 2025. Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 31st March 2025.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

Non-profit Organizations