Recovery Worker

Turning Point UK; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Recovery Worker to join their team. This role is pivotal in providing recovery-focused support to individuals transitioning from acute mental health wards back into the community. You will work closely with clients to develop personalized support plans, fostering independence and skill development. With a strong emphasis on empathy and adaptability, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of those facing mental health challenges. Join a compassionate team committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need.

Benefits

31 days of paid holiday

Options to buy additional holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in the mental health sector is preferred.
• Understanding of the recovery model and person-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide recovery-focused support through key working sessions.
• Develop tailored support and risk management plans for clients.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Experience in mental health sector

Job description

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

At Turning Point, we support people across the UK with mental health issues. As a Recovery Worker, you’ll make a real difference in their lives by working closely with them to help achieve their potential.

Beacon Lodge is a mental health step-down unit supporting individuals transitioning from acute mental health wards back into the community. Passionate about people, you’ll support individuals in gaining skills for independent living. The role emphasizes key working, requiring flexibility to manage a small caseload and assist with daily service operations.

Role Responsibilities

You will provide recovery-focused support through key working sessions and group activities, promoting person-centered care. Your work will enable individuals to develop new skills and find ways to sustain their recovery.

As a Recovery Worker, you will work with individuals to develop tailored support and risk management plans, ensuring effective discharge planning. Your role is vital in helping clients build skills, coping strategies, and encouraging independence.

The position involves working on a 24-hour rolling rota, including 12-hour day and waking night shifts, with alternate weekends.

The Ideal Candidate

Experience in the mental health sector is preferred, along with a good understanding of the recovery model, a solution-focused attitude, and a person-centered approach. You should be proactive, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Additionally, you should enjoy engaging with people with diverse needs, possess empathy, patience, and a genuine interest in helping others.

About Us

As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we pride ourselves on our services.

We operate on a not-for-profit basis, reinvesting all earnings into our services and staff. We are committed to continuous improvement and enhancing the lives of those we support.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive reward package tailored to individual needs, including 31 days of paid holiday annually, increasing to 33 days with service, with options to buy additional holidays.

Join our team to explore all the exciting benefits and perks available to our employees.