Recovery Worker (Ansdell, Lancashire) reference: JR009603

Career Opportunity: Recovery Worker at Waythrough Windsor Road

Are you a compassionate and driven individual looking to make a tangible difference in the lives of others? This Recovery Worker position at Waythrough Windsor Road offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to contribute to a vital mental health support service. Situated in Ansdell, Lancashire, Windsor Road is a CQC-registered residential care home providing a supportive environment for individuals experiencing mental ill health.

This role is ideal for those who are passionate about fostering independence, promoting well-being, and inspiring recovery. If you possess a caring nature, excellent communication skills, and a desire to help others thrive, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Key Advantages for Candidates:

• Meaningful Impact: Directly contribute to the recovery journey of individuals, empowering them to achieve greater independence and live fulfilling lives.
• Diverse Support Focus: Engage in a wide range of one-to-one interventions and group activities covering areas such as social anxiety, finance management, self-esteem, life skills, and healthy living.
• Holistic Approach: Support residents with daily living skills, personal care, and community integration, fostering a comprehensive recovery experience.
• Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeships, and the chance to gain essential qualifications like the Care Certificate and medication administration certification.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a dedicated team of Recovery Workers, supported by a Service Manager and Registered Manager, and collaborate with external agencies to ensure comprehensive resident care.
• Competitive Remuneration: The role offers a competitive annual salary of £24,570, with additional payment for sleep-in shifts at £70.47 per night (for a 9-hour sleep).
• Career Growth: Waythrough, a newly formed organisation resulting from the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship, is committed to inspiring recovery nationwide and offers a stable and growing platform for career progression.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Commitment to Recovery: This role is deeply rooted in a person-centred approach to mental health recovery. A genuine understanding of and passion for this philosophy is essential.
• Flexible Working: The position requires flexibility, including participation in a weekly rota system, on-call duties, and a minimum of one sleep-in shift per week.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills are paramount for connecting with residents, colleagues, and external agencies. The ability to build rapport and empathise is crucial.
• Record Keeping: Meticulous record-keeping and documentation are vital for effective care planning and service delivery.
• Experience: While experience in care homes, mental health support, or social care is preferred, a caring, compassionate nature and empathy are highly valued, especially for candidates with lived experience or an understanding of mental health issues.
• Adaptability: As Waythrough continues its integration process, a willingness to adapt to evolving systems and processes will be beneficial.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a challenging yet deeply rewarding career in mental health support. If you are ready to inspire recovery and help individuals achieve their goals, we encourage you to explore this role further.