Join Our Team as a Mental Health Recovery WorkerLocation: Barnstaple Working hours: Part-time role available – 15 hours per week Gloster Road and Ashleigh Road are supported living services commissioned by Devon Partnership Trust NHS and Devon County Council. We provide recovery‑focused mental health support, helping adults build independence with the aim of moving on within two years. Our mixed‑gender team of Mental Health Recovery Workers offers 1:1 support, group activities, and community outings. We also provide ongoing help through our Community Outreach team, supporting clients in their own homes with gradually reducing support as needs change. Both services work closely together to ensure a consistent, person‑centred approach. Our North Devon Community Outreach team provides mental health support to individuals living in their own homes across the community. Commissioned by Devon Partnership Trust NHS and Devon County Council, we offer weekly, recovery‑focused support tailored to each person’s needs. Our Mental Health Recovery Workers work collaboratively with clients to build confidence, independence, and wellbeing. What I will do and achieve as a Mental Health Recovery Worker: Are you passionate about empowering people to live independently and achieve their goals? Working within an experienced team you will support individuals experiencing mental ill health to promote independence. You’ll assess needs and risks, working in a person-centred, recovery-focused way to help people build confidence and thrive in the community. How You Will Make a Difference Provide key worker support, including one-to-one assistance and liaising with mental health agencies. Use communication, motivation, and coaching to help individuals achieve personal goals. Build trust and rapport based on respect and honesty, maintaining professional boundaries and following the Rethink Mental Illness Code of Conduct. Encourage engagement in social and workplace activities, helping individuals regain confidence and independence. Essential skills and experience: Experience supporting people with mental illness or in a social care setting (paid or voluntary) Good listening skills, empathy, understanding, kindness, patience, and a willingness to learn. Ability to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Charity's values. Excellent administration, organisation and planning skills. Competent in the use of IT systems including Microsoft applications, email and internet. If you’re passionate about empowering individuals, reducing stigma, and improving mental health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you. IND1