Recovery Support Worker — Build Independent Lives

Making Space Charity; Burnley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream - Wage access

Electric Car Scheme

Bravo Benefits and health discounts

Up to 28 days holidays per year

Double time on Christmas/Boxing Day/NY

Sell/buy holidays

Learning e-portal

Investment in qualifications (level 2-

Career progression opportunities

Travel schemes (cycle to work, 55p/m)

Pension scheme 3% employer

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Making Space Charity in Burnley is recruiting a Recovery Support Worker for the Inspiring Minds Lancashire Service. You will help adults with mental health needs, learning disabilities and autism move toward independent living and accommodation.

You will support with daily living tasks, medication management and community access, in a person-centred approach. The role requires 35 hours per week with varied shifts, including some weekends.

Qualifications

• Must hold a minimum Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• At least one year of relevant experience in Health and Social Care.
• Patience and a sense of humour are key qualities for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support tenants to live independently and work towards independent accommodation.
• Assist with medications and access to the community and domestic tasks as required.
• Build relationships with service users and colleagues to enable personalised care and recovery.

Skills

Patience

Sense of humour

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care

Job description

Making Space Charity in Burnley is recruiting a Recovery Support Worker for the Inspiring Minds Lancashire Service. You will help adults with mental health needs, learning disabilities and autism move toward independent living and accommodation.

You will support with daily living tasks, medication management and community access, in a person-centred approach. The role requires 35 hours per week with varied shifts, including some weekends.