Recovery Worker

Social Interest Group; Croydon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Blue Light Discount Card

Discounted tickets for events

Reflective Practice sessions with a;th

Training and Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance Scheme

Annual Staff Awards

Job summary

Social Interest Group in Croydon is seeking a dedicated Recovery Worker to join a 24/7 accommodation service supporting females with forensic mental health needs and complex challenges. You will develop and monitor person-centred support and risk plans, deliver engaging activities, and work with internal and external partners to help residents progress toward their goals.

The role requires compassionate communication, strong safeguarding knowledge, and the ability to lone-work while maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience supporting women with forensic mental health needs, with risk management and recovery focused practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families and partners.
• Ability to work autonomously, follow safeguarding procedures and maintain confidential records.

Responsibilities

• Be the main support worker for a group of residents, updating support and risk plans.
• Plan and run activities to promote social interaction while lone working.
• Help residents understand rights, build confidence and independence as they return to the community.
• Identify early signs of deteriorating mental health and act to prevent crisis.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns promptly.
• Assist residents with taking medications and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Experience supporting women with foren

Risk assessment

Trauma-informed approach

Communication skills

Teamwork

IT proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Please note, due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act.

Job Title: Recovery Worker

Location: Based within Croydon. Please be kindly aware there is no step free access at this location and some of our other sites.

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, working 12.5 hour shifts on a rota 08:00 - 20:30. You may be required to work outside these hours as well as bank holidays in line with the needs of the service.

About the Role

We're hiring a Recovery Worker to join the team in Croydon which is a 24/7 accommodation service which provides high support to females with forensic mental health needs, complex needs and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will be at the forefront of providing person centred support, to help our residents overcome personal challenges, and meet their desired goals/outcomes. You will do this through various support plans and interventions, running and participation of activities, and working alongside various internal and external partners.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Being the main support worker for a group of residents, helping to create and update their support and risk plans.
• Plan, run and engage in activities such as games, celebrations, and movies or out of service activities such as planned days out to encourage social interaction while confidently lone working and managing the service.
• Help residents understand their rights, build confidence and become more independent as they return to the community.
• Notice when someone’s mental health is getting worse and take action to stop things from reaching a crisis.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report any concerns when needed.
• Support residents with taking their medication and keep accurate records. Build good working relationships with colleagues and outside agencies.

About You

We're looking for someone who has a genuine passion and felt purpose to help people who may be facing multiple disadvantages, to contribute towards our mission of empowering independence through trauma informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital and off the streets. We're looking for someone who is a team player and driven to provide high quality, tailored support to our residents, with the ability to build rapport and trust with others. You will be an effective communicator who can build impactful connections with people from all backgrounds, valuing equality, diversity and inclusion. You’ll be compassionate, supportive and empowering, with the ability to form positive and motivating relationships.

• Due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female
• Ability to manage own caseload and determine priorities with time management with the ability to use your own initiative
• Experience supporting women with forensic mental health needs, with a solid understanding of risk management, rehabilitation and recovery focused practice
• IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, basic Microsoft experience
• Understanding of key legislation and best practice in mental health, safeguarding, and social care.
• Cultural awareness, Self-awareness, and ability to identify personal growth areas and take feedback
• Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency

Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.

What we Offer

• 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
• Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Annual Staff Awards

About Social Interest Group (SIG)

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.

We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future:Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here:Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group .

Additional Information

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

You are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.