The closing date is 15th Sep 2025
Anticipated Interview date(s
Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual to join our Community Mental Health Service as a Support Time and Recovery (STR) Worker. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives by supporting individuals with mental health difficulties in their recovery journey.
The role involves working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, adopting a recovery-focused, strengths-based approach to help people achieve their goals. You will work with individuals in the community and provide in-reach to in-patient settings, supporting people to return home and live as independently as possible.
A full driving licence with access to a vehicle (business insurance required) and the flexibility to work across a 24/7 shift pattern, including evenings and weekends, are essential for this role.
Main duties, tasks & skills required
* Deliver evidence-based interventions under supervision, such as graded exposure, behavioural activation, and emotional regulation skills.
* Provide consistent and practical support to patients in line with their agreed care plans.
* Promote recovery, independence, and wellbeing by supporting individuals with daily living skills, health promotion, and social inclusion.
* Work closely with carers, families, and partner organisations to ensure holistic and person-centred care.
* Identify early signs of relapse and alert appropriate professionals.
* Maintain clear and accurate records in line with Trust policies.
* Support patients to access community resources, including housing, benefits, education, and voluntary sector services.
About us
As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.
You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.
We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.
Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone
Job description
* As an STR Worker, you will:
* Hold a caseload of individuals and support them through regular, structured interventions.
* Support individuals to engage with their care plans and achieve their recovery goals.
* Provide in-reach to in-patient services, assisting patients with discharge and transition back into the community.
* Work in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders, including primary care, acute services, housing providers, voluntary agencies, and substance misuse services.
* Contribute to team meetings, supervision, and service development initiatives.
* Maintain your own workload and demonstrate effective time management.
* Ensure personal and patient safety in line with lone working and safeguarding policies.
* Build therapeutic relationships within appropriate professional boundaries.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
NVQ Health and Social Care or equivalent, or willing to undertake full training to achieve this standard
Experience
Essential
Experience of working with people e.g in a caring situation, dealing with the general public.
Experience of working in community settings.
Experience of the assessment process and positive risk management.
Desirable
Previous experience in caring for people with a severe mental illness.
Additional Criteria
Essential
Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the service.
Able to work across a 24/7 shift pattern as required including weekends and nights.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
For help with your application, contact:
Helen Steer
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£ to £ Yearly
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time
Reference number
184-OL-GR-3145
Job locations
Magnolia House
56 Preston Road
Yeovil
Somerset
BA20 2BN