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A Vacancy at Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust.

Do you want to be part of a dynamic team and help shape the future of the Community Mental Health Rehabilitation Services in Dorset?

We currently looking for a Support Time Recovery Worker Band 3 to join us as an essential contribution to our MDT.

Nationally it has been recognised that rehabilitation is an important clinical area that supports longer term recovery for people experiencing complex psychotic illnesses.

The Community Rehab Team (CRT West) work to support people to reach an optimum level of function; re-establishing connections within their chosen communities and engagement in meaningful activities of work or leisure. STR workers are an essential part of this work.

You will work as part of an integrated multi-disciplinary team that may include Mental Health Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Psychology Assistants, Support Time Recovery Workers, Employment Specialists, Social Workers, Care Managers, Admin Assistants, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Medical Staffing.

The CRT West is based at Forston Clinic. We offer a pan Dorset service (bar BCP) and as such all staff will be provided with appropriate IT equipment to support their role and enable capacity to work at a variety of locations.

Working hours for this post are Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00, flexibility will be considered.

To provide person centred, recovery focused rehabilitation which always considers a person’s strengths, their potential and hopes; their safety, privacy and dignity; and supports individuals to maximise their independence and build connections within their community.

To work effectively with the MDT and other agencies in the community to provide holistic care and support in line with best practice guideline and evidence, contributing to continuous service development.

Alongside a named clinician you will work towards these goals and:

• Support rehab focused interventions for people both in the community and for those planning discharge from the Rehabilitation Inpatient units, working alongside a named clinician.
• Support people to regain their independence and minimise the disabling impact of their illness.
• Work with an allocated group of people, alongside a named clinician, promoting recovery and social inclusion and facilitating engagement in their preferred community activities.
• Support people by working across boundaries of care, organisation and role, actively establishing links with other agencies and building community networks that support joint working.

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 are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

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 be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

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.

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidate’s individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

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 contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

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

This advert closes on Sunday 11 Jan 2026.