Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Recovery Team Leader to join our team. This role involves providing personalised support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges, with a focus on fostering recovery, resilience, and independence. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing a small team and will be committed to making a positive difference in clients’ lives. This position offers an enriching opportunity to contribute to clients wellbeing.
Responsibilities
- Deliver personalised support plans tailored to each individual's mental health needs
- Assist clients in developing coping strategies and life skills to promote recovery
- Provide mentoring and encouragement to empower clients in their journey towards independence
- Support clients with daily activities, including socialisation, education, and employment pursuits
- Facilitate group activities and educational sessions aimed at skill development and confidence building
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals and social workers
- Maintain accurate records of client progress and support sessions in accordance with organisational policies
- Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all clients
- Manage a small team of staff to deliver the highest standard of care and support
- Responsible for running shifts as a keyholder
- Facilitate twice daily handovers
- On call duties when on shift to support night staff
Requirements
- Prior experience in mentoring or supporting individuals with mental health conditions
- Strong communication skills
- Empathy, patience, and excellent organisational abilities are essential
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Experience managing a small team of staff
- Competent to complete legal paperwork / updating systems
- Keyholder
- On call requirement shared between management across a seven day period
- Relevant qualifications or training related to mental health support are advantageous
- A valid enhanced DBS on the update system is desirable but not essential
- Enhanced DBS will be applied for upon offer of employment if one is not in place on the update system.
This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing professional skills in mental health support. We welcome applicants who are passionate about fostering recovery and resilience among those facing mental health challenges.
The shift pattern is permanent waking nights on a two weekly rotation;
Week 1 Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun 8pm - 8am
Week 2 Wed, Thurs, Fri 8pm - 8am
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
