Lewisham, London, Greater London, England
SE14
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for a part-time Mental Health Recovery Worker to join our New Hope team, supporting within a 24-hour supported accommodation service for adult males with a diagnosis of mental health and previous convictions.
You will work collaboratively in a team of 13, alongside external stakeholders such as Lewisham community mental health teams to support in empowering and motivating our residents to achieve their personal goals through carrying out support plans, risk assessments, and activities to achieve their goals.
Shift Pattern:
20 hours per week on a rota basis covering weekends between 21:00 - 08:30
Salary:
£26,100 (Full-time equivalent)
ABOUT YOU
We're looking for someone who is compassionate and has a real passion to support others to be the best versions of themselves. Someone who can understand the challenges that people who have a conviction and enduring mental health face. You will be someone who can easily communicate with others, building trusting and impactful rapport, and can carry out the responsibilities required to perform within this role.
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.
As an organisation, we're proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors' career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles.
What are we looking for from a Night Mental Health Recovery Worker? IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, basic Microsoft experience is required Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds, including in the criminal justice field, mental health, and/or substance misuse
or
a good understanding of the sector Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs Able to influence and negotiate positive outcomes with others What would we like, but not essential?
Appropriate qualification: NVQ/Diploma Level 2 in Health & Social Care/Community Justice, or professional equivalent Experience of providing housing support and practical assistance within a residential or outreach support role Experience creating co-produced support plans and providing appropriate interventions for service users and liaising with other professionals What we offer
25 days (Full-time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards ABOUT US
Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement, and resettlement.
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change
Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits, and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for a part-time Mental Health Recovery Worker to join our New Hope team, supporting within a 24-hour supported accommodation service for adult males with a diagnosis of mental health and previous convictions.
You will work collaboratively in a team of 13, alongside external stakeholders such as Lewisham community mental health teams to support in empowering and motivating our residents to achieve their personal goals through carrying out support plans, risk assessments, and activities to achieve their goals.
Shift Pattern:
20 hours per week on a rota basis covering weekends between 21:00 - 08:30
Salary:
£26,100 (Full-time equivalent)
ABOUT YOU
We're looking for someone who is compassionate and has a real passion to support others to be the best versions of themselves. Someone who can understand the challenges that people who have a conviction and enduring mental health face. You will be someone who can easily communicate with others, building trusting and impactful rapport, and can carry out the responsibilities required to perform within this role.
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.
As an organisation, we're proud to mention that our staff Ambassadors' career aspirations generally benefit from embracing this unique opportunity to develop their respective skill sets in spaces that exist outside of their daily roles.
What are we looking for from a Night Mental Health Recovery Worker? IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, basic Microsoft experience is required Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds, including in the criminal justice field, mental health, and/or substance misuse
or
a good understanding of the sector Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs Able to influence and negotiate positive outcomes with others What would we like, but not essential?
Appropriate qualification: NVQ/Diploma Level 2 in Health & Social Care/Community Justice, or professional equivalent Experience of providing housing support and practical assistance within a residential or outreach support role Experience creating co-produced support plans and providing appropriate interventions for service users and liaising with other professionals What we offer
25 days (Full-time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards ABOUT US
Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement, and resettlement.
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change
Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits, and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr
