Recovery Worker – Supported Living – Mental Health
Salary: £24,570 (pro rata) per annum
Contract: Permanent Part time, 30 hours per week
Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
Are you a compassionate, resilient, and motivated individual looking to support people in their recovery journey? Adelphi Court is part of Waythrough’s network of recovery-focused services, and we are seeking a Recovery Worker to join our dedicated team at this CQC registered 12-hour supported living site.
Adelphi Court is a mental health, supported housing and community based service and provides person-centred support to adults living with mental ill health, helping them build the skills and confidence they need to live more independently in the community. As a Recovery Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals to manage their wellbeing, develop life skills such as cooking and shopping, engage in meaningful activities, and work towards their personal goals.
You'll support with everything from daily living tasks to emotional support, helping residents navigate challenges and celebrate progress. You will support with personal goal planning and risk assessing, facilitating group sessions as well as one-to-one recovery planning, no two days will be the same – but every day will make a difference.
We have been operating in the area for a number of years and offer a staffed service to our residents aged 18 and upwards. Our service is partially staffed between the hours of 09:00 and 21:30, with a mixture of shifts to cover service delivery. You will be required to work every second weekend.
The ideal Recovery Worker will have:
1. Experience in supported living, mental health, care, or social work (preferred)
2. A genuine passion for helping others achieve independence
3. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
4. Willingness to undertake medication training and the Care Certificate
5. Flexibility to work a varied shift pattern including weekends
6. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
In return, you’ll benefit from:
7. A supportive, inclusive team environment
8. Ongoing training and development opportunities
9. Being part of a forward-thinking mental health charity
10. Access to learning sessions in resilience, wellbeing and recovery tools
11. Clear career progression routes and regular supervision
Join us at Adelphi Court and be part of something that changes lives. Apply today and take the next step in your mental health support career.