Support Time Recover Worker | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bournemouth is seeking a dedicated professional to join their community rehabilitation team. The role involves providing care for individuals with severe mental health issues, working towards recovery and social inclusion. Responsibilities include managing care plans and maintaining high standards of patient records. The position requires an Enhanced DBS check and a commitment to personal development, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about transforming lives in the community. Strong team collaboration and a compassionate approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Requirement for Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of patient information.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for people with severe mental illness in the community.
• Support service users to promote recovery and social inclusion.
• Develop and implement individualised My Wellbeing Plans.
• Ensure high standards of record keeping and case note management.

Job description

The community rehabilitation team will support people to reach an optimum level of function, focusing on activities of daily living, vocation and leisure. The post holder will work towards these goals and will be responsible for providing care in a coordinated, person‑centred manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for people both in the community and for those planning discharge from the Rehabilitation Inpatient Units with severe mental illness who have multiple and complex needs, under the direction of qualified practitioners.
• Offer support to an allocated group of service users, promoting their recovery and social inclusion and maintaining them in their community environment (STR role).
• Focus on the direct needs of service users, working across boundaries of care, organisation and role, coordinated through the assessment and planning and implementing their individualised My Wellbeing Plan.
• Offer intensive support for people requiring a recovery approach that is flexible according to need but without fostering dependence.
• Work with trained staff to identify activities that the patient enjoys, finds meaningful and which occupy and divert them positively.
• Ensure consistently high standards of record/case‑note recording, maintaining electronic and integrated records and case notes in accordance with the standards policy and relaying verbal information where appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of information in all matters relating to patients.
• Attend training courses and participate in personal development training as identified by the Team Leader, ensuring mandatory training is up to date.

Recruitment Notes

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service may present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

About Dorset HealthCare

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined‑up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward‑looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.

Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000‑strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We’re all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [e-mail]

This advert closes on Tuesday 30 Dec 2025