Recovery Worker
Location: 8 Derwent Square, Liverpool, Merseyside, L13 6QT
Working Hours: Full Time - 37 Hours Per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £25,867 - £28,930 per annum
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
About the Role
We believe in the power of people and your professionalism, insight, compassion and drive will help us inspire personal recovery for those we support.
Liverpool SHS is a mental health supported housing and community-based service working to a recovery-focused model. We support adults (18+) with mental health needs and dual diagnosis needs, providing 24-hour supported accommodation and personalised recovery support and requires sleep ins.
We understand that recovery looks different for everyone. With the right support at the right time, we know recovery is possible and we’re committed to helping every individual achieve it.
As a Recovery Worker, you will play a key role in supporting people to maintain independence, build confidence and thrive within their community.
What You’ll Do
1. Build meaningful relationships and provide person-centred support
2. Work with individuals to develop personalised support and recovery plans
3. Support daily living skills including household tasks and financial management
4. Encourage access to education, employment and leisure opportunities
5. Promote independence, wellbeing and empowerment
6. Work as part of a supportive team and take part in a rota and on-call system
This is a rewarding opportunity where every day brings a chance to make a real difference and where you will have every chance to shine.
To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:
7. A caring and compassionate approach
8. Empathy and understanding
9. Positivity, resilience and enthusiasm
10. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
11. Flexibility to support a rota and on-call system
Experience isn’t essential as full training is provided.
We welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
12. 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
13. Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
14. Life assurance (3× annual salary)
15. Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
16. Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
17. Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
18. 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
19. Recognition and long service awards via our and portals
20. £500 bonus
21. Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
22. Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
23. Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team:
Closing Date:
2026-04-24