Recovery Worker - Adult Mental Health

Virtual Bridges, Inc.; Penrith; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Penrith is seeking a Recovery Worker to support adults facing mental health challenges. The role involves creating support plans, conducting assessments, and collaborating with professionals to enhance client recovery. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in mental health support.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Scope for career development

Training & Induction programme

EAP/ Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting adults with mental health issues.
• Knowledge of housing support services and community resources.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to individuals experiencing mental health issues.
• Conduct regular assessments and reviews of client progress.
• Encourage and motivate clients to engage in their recovery journey.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathy

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Recovery Worker - Adults Mental Health

Location: Penrith, 30 hours per week

Are you seeking a new opportunity where you can share your passion to support adults with mental health issues?

If so, this may be the role for you!

Working for a leading charity who support people with mental health, drug & alcohol and housing issues, we are seeking a Recovery Worker to join their team in Penrith. This organisation is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges.

The Role & Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to individuals experiencing mental health issues at the supported accommodation service, and out in the community.
• Support clients to help create support plans unique to their needs.
• Conduct regular assessments and reviews of client progress.
• Collaborate with other professionals and agencies to ensure comprehensive support.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client interactions and progress.
• Encourage and motivate clients to engage in their recovery journey.
• Work flexibly on a 30 hour per week contract which may include weekends and working early and late shifts.
• Provide support to residents with attending appointments.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in supporting adults with mental health issues or within similar settings
• Knowledge of housing support services and community resources.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Empathy and understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with mental health issues.
• Relevant qualifications in health and social care, such as NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Car driver with access to own vehicle.
  
  

Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Pension scheme
• Annual leave
• Scope for career development
• Training & Induction programme
• EAP/ Wellbeing support
  
  

If you are ready for your next career move and feel that this is the role for you, please apply now!

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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