Recovery Worker - Women's Service (Ref:0090ZB)

NHS; Truro; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health service provider in Truro is seeking a Recovery Worker to support women in recovery from substance misuse and emotional health challenges. The role involves providing individual and group support, collaborating with multi-agency partners, and maintaining accurate records. Essential qualifications include ONC/NVQ Level 3 and experience in health or social care. Benefits include 28 days annual leave, flexible working opportunities, and a £500 bonus for referrals.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Extra day off for birthday

Enhanced parental leave

Paid volunteer leave

Pension scheme enrolment

Discounts with Blue Light Card

Flexible working opportunities

Refer-a-Friend scheme – £500 bonus

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience working with people with substance misuse issues.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Capable of prioritising under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to women with complex needs.
• Deliver individual and group support.
• Manage your own caseload and attend multi-agency meetings.

Skills

Experience in health, social care, or criminal justice

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational and time-management abilities

Resilience under pressure

Flexibility to work weekends

IT competence

Team player

Passion for working with people

Education

ONC/NVQ Level 3 or willingness to achieve

Job description

Recovery Worker - Women's Service (Ref:0090ZB)

We are looking for a Recovery Worker to join our Women's Service in Truro, Cornwall. The role is office‑based in central Truro and supports a diverse client group seeking recovery from substance misuse, mental and emotional health challenges, and to build healthy relationships.

Main Duties

The role is trauma‑informed and delivered through an outreach model, ensuring flexibility to keep women engaged in treatment. You will work closely with multi‑agency partners to develop sustainable pathways and support women in meeting their personal goals.

Job Responsibilities

As a Recovery Worker you will provide high‑quality care to women with complex needs, deliver individual and group support, facilitate access to services, and maintain accurate records. You will also manage your own caseload, collaborate within the team, and attend regular multi‑agency meetings. The position is available on a permanent basis with a starting salary of £25,000 per annum, increasing annually to £30,000 within our pay progression bands.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Attain ONC/NVQ Level 3 (or be willing to achieve within 12 months)
• Demonstrable experience in health, social care, criminal justice, or a specialist setting working with people with substance misuse issues
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities
• Team‑player – able to support colleagues and work collaboratively
• Resilient and capable of prioritising under pressure
• IT competence (basic computer and data entry)
• Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays and support other With You locations if required
• Passion for working with people, positive and engaging approach to clients and stakeholders

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Extra day off for birthday or special occasion
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
• Auto‑enrolment into the pension scheme
• Access to a Blue Light Card for savings on high‑street and online retailers
• Flexible working opportunities and wellbeing support services
• Refer‑a‑Friend scheme – £500 bonus per successful referral after 6 months probation

Disclosure & Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a DBS check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.