Recovery Worker

Drink and Drugs News; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking a dedicated Recovery Worker to support people facing mental health challenges, substance use, housing, or domestic abuse. In this role you’ll help clients maintain tenancy, develop independent living skills, and access education, volunteering and leisure opportunities within the community.

You’ll work independently and as part of a supportive team, delivering personalised care and tailored plans that build confidence, resilience and practical life skills such as budgeting,

Responsibilities

• Maintain tenancy and develop independent living skills.
• Build confidence and resilience through personalised support planning.
• Develop practical skills such as budgeting, cooking, and household management.
• Access work, education, volunteering, and leisure opportunities in the community

Job description

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

Tameside Supported Housing Service (SHS) is a 24-hour mental health and community-based service working to a recovery model. We provide a range of flexible support options, including outreach, tenancy support, peer support, and supported housing, to adults aged 18 and over who are on their journey to recovery and independence. One of our key services, Boston Bank, is a 24/7 supported housing service for women, offering five self-contained flats alongside shared communal areas such as a lounge, kitchen, and conservatory. Our focus is on empowering women in their recovery journey, helping them build confidence, develop essential life skills, and move towards independent living.

What You’ll Do:

As a Recovery Worker, you’ll play a vital role in helping and inspiring the people who use our services to:

• Maintain their tenancy and develop independent living skills.
• Build confidence and resilience through personalised support planning.
• Develop practical skills such as budgeting, cooking, and household management.
• Access work, education, volunteering, and leisure opportunities in the community

You’ll work both independently and as part of a supportive team, ensuring each individual receives tailored, compassionate care that supports their unique recovery goals.