Senior Recovery Worker

Making Space Charity; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,768 - 27,827; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to 30% of wages as earned

Electric Car Scheme

Health service discounts

28 days holidays per year

Double pay for major holidays

Buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday

Learning opportunities through e-portal

Internal career progression

Travel expenses and schemes

Pension Scheme with employer contributions

Paid sick leave

Job summary

A community-focused charity in Preston is seeking a Senior Recovery Worker to deliver recovery-focused interventions and promote social inclusion and wellbeing among service users. Ideal candidates will have experience in mental health settings and a Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care or be willing to gain this qualification. The role offers comprehensive training, competitive salary, and up to 28 days of holiday. A commitment to the charity's values is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care required, or willing to work towards it.
• Previous experience supporting individuals with complex needs.
• Ability to supervise staff and ensure quality support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver recovery-focused interventions to support social inclusion.
• Promote wellbeing and independence among service users.
• Take on senior tasks for effective service operation.

Skills

Experience in mental health settings

Administering medication

Leading a shift

Supervising staff

Education

Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We have an opportunity available for a Senior Recovery Worker to join the team at our Lancashire Supported Living Rehabilitation Service, Inspiring Minds based in Preston, PR1 7QE. Please click here for further details about the service. Salary £25,298 per annum. Hours 35 hours weekly. At Making Space we are a team that are driven by a strong set of company values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve in our community. Our values of Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready are at the core of everything we do. Our focus on Kind Hearts is about generously building empathy and connection to create a sense of belonging. We believe that every person deserves to feel like they are a valued and respected. Tailor making is about nurturing unique relationships to make every day count. We understand that every person’s needs circumstances are different, so we strive to provide customised support and assistance to ensure all those in our care are able to live their best lives. Dreaming Big is about harnessing imagination to generate confidence in ourselves and others to take the first step. We believe that anything is possible when we set our minds to it and we are 100% dedicated to helping others believe in themselves too. Having Courage is about committing bravely to working in ways that take us to new places. We believe that our team at Making Space really do make a real change to those we serve and we must be willing to take risks and be bold in our decision making. Being ready is about responding to whatever comes our way by moving forward together. We know too well that life can be unpredictable but by working together and being prepared we can overcome any obstacles. At Making Space we are committed to making a difference in the lives of those in our care, we live and breathe our core values and our looking for likeminded individuals to join our team on our mission to make a positive impact to those in our community who need us most.

Responsibilities

• As Senior Recovery Worker, you will deliver a range of recovery-focused interventions to maximise individual and community assets to promote social inclusion, recovery, wellbeing and independence.
• You will promote and achieve recovery and social inclusion through offering information, advice and guidance and developing opportunities for service users in areas such as employment, volunteering, health, leisure, wellbeing and education.
• As well as take on senior tasks & responsibilities as assigned by management to ensure that the service runs effectively day to day.

Qualifications and requirements

• The successful candidate will have a Diploma Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards this.
• Previous experience of working within a mental health setting and knowledge of understanding and working with people with a variety of complex needs, in particular supporting people who self-harm, is essential for this role.
• We are also looking for people who have previous experience of administering medication and leading a shift.
• As Senior Recovery Worker you will supervise staff members and delegate responsibilities ensuring values-based support is delivered to the highest standard; previous care experience is essential.
• On joining Making Space you will be supported step by step with on-the-job training as well as the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications if desired and required for your role.
• We are seeking individuals who can showcase that their personal values align ours here at Making Space.

Benefits

• Stream - Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn
• Electric Car Scheme (subject to salary sacrifice & National Minimum Wage regulations)
• Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts
• Up to 28 days holidays per year including bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
• Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday - statutory limits apply
• Access to our library of learning through our e-portal
• Want to upskill? We will invest in you and provide you with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuous professional development should you wish to further your career within Social Care.
• We invest heavily in your career progression; did you know at least half of our senior posts are filled internally through promotion.
• Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 45p per mile travel expenses.
• We run a colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards
• Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum
• Paid Sick leave

Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer. We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.