Recovery Worker

JOB-20240911-46972578

Job Title: Recovery Worker
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Salary: £21.00 per hour
Contract: Ongoing (Full-Time/Part-Time)

We are looking for a dedicated Recovery Worker to join our services in Newcastle upon Tyne. This rewarding locum role, available on a full-time or part-time basis, offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives while developing your skills in one of the UK’s most vibrant and welcoming cities.

• Flexible Hours: Choose a full-time or part-time pattern to fit your lifestyle.

• Professional Development: Access continuous training and development to grow in the recovery field.

• Varied Experience: Work with a wide range of client needs, gaining valuable day-to-day experience.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling ensures your well-being is supported alongside your career.

To provide direct, person-centred support to individuals facing challenges such as mental health issues, substance misuse, or housing difficulties. The Recovery Worker will work alongside service users to design and deliver personalised support plans that build independence, promote wellbeing, and achieve recovery goals.

• Collaborate with service users to create and review tailored recovery plans.

• Provide practical support with budgeting, tenancy management, and benefits access.

• Encourage healthy lifestyle choices and link individuals to appropriate health services.

• Facilitate group sessions and promote engagement with community resources.

• Identify and address safeguarding concerns, managing risk effectively.

• Maintain accurate, confidential records in line with policies and compliance standards.

Essential

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults in areas such as mental health, substance misuse, or housing.

• Knowledge of safeguarding processes and ability to maintain professional boundaries.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable

• Familiarity with recovery models and harm reduction approaches.

• Experience in facilitating groups or peer support.

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care, or willingness to work towards it.

Newcastle is a city full of character, blending rich history with a thriving cultural and social scene. From its stunning architecture and riverside views to its vibrant nightlife and welcoming communities, Newcastle offers both professional fulfilment and a fantastic quality of life.

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