Description
We are hiring a Recovery Worker to join our team in Croydon. The successful candidate will provide person-centred support to help residents overcome personal challenges and meet their desired goals/outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Being the main support worker for a group of residents, helping to create and update their support and risk plans
- Planning, running, and engaging in activities to encourage social interaction
- Helping residents understand their rights, build confidence, and become more independent
- Noticing when someone's mental health is getting worse and taking action to prevent a crisis
- Following safeguarding procedures and reporting concerns when needed
- Supporting residents with taking their medication and keeping accurate records
- Building good working relationships with colleagues and outside agencies
We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for helping people facing multiple disadvantages. The ideal candidate will be a team player, driven to provide high-quality support, and able to build rapport and trust with others.
Requirements:
- Ability to manage own caseload and determine priorities with time management
- Experience supporting women with forensic mental health needs
- Solid understanding of risk management, rehabilitation, and recovery-focused practice
- IT proficiency, including basic Microsoft experience
- Understanding of key legislation and best practice in mental health, safeguarding, and social care
- Cultural awareness, self-awareness, and ability to identify personal growth areas
What we offer:
- 25 days annual leave (full-time equivalent)
- Employer pension contribution
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Access to discounted tickets for events
- Reflective practice sessions with a therapist
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee assistance programme
- Life assurance scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual staff awards
- EDI ambassador programme