Recovery Support Worker

Recovery Support Worker - South Yorkshire

Are you passionate about helping people rebuild their lives and move towards independence? We are looking for an experienced Recovery Support Worker to join our team at Morley Road in South Yorkshire, providing housing and support services that help people sustain their tenancies, build life skills and achieve their personal goals.

THE ROLE

• Location: Morley Road, South Yorkshire
• Hours: 30 hours per week, working 4 days over a Monday to Sunday rota
• Contract: Temporary, 6 months

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support service users with moving in and out of accommodation
• Deliver person-centred support plans, achieving agreed outcomes within set timescales
• Build service users' skills, confidence and independence
• Provide guidance on independent living skills, budgeting and maximising income
• Assist with benefit claims and rent payments
• Ensure service users understand and comply with their occupancy agreements
• Monitor property use, occupancy and utilities, addressing any issues promptly
• Identify and respond to non-compliance, escalating serious concerns
• Carry out, record and review risk assessments and support plans
• Support conflict resolution between service users and neighbours
• Assist with activities that promote engagement and development
• Support a safe, clean and well-maintained living environment
• Work with partner agencies and build effective relationships with external organisations
• Maintain accurate records in line with audit and confidentiality requirements
• Take part in call-out duties and office rotas, and provide cover when required

ABOUT YOU

Essential:

• A minimum of 3-5 years' experience working with vulnerable adults or in supported living
• Strong knowledge of the welfare benefits system
• Experience in risk assessment and support planning
• Understanding of relevant legislation
• Experience working with Local Authorities and health and social care professionals
• Full UK driving licence and access to a roadworthy vehicle

Desirable:

• Health and Social Care qualification

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We will be assessing candidates against the following competencies:

• Customer Focus (critical)
• Integrity (critical)
• Team Working (critical)
• Confidence and Judgement (very important)
• Communication and Influence (very important)
• Planning and Organising (important)
• Technical Skills (important)

PRE-EMPLOYMENT CHECKS

• Enhanced DBS check required
• Two employment references (most recent or current employer, plus one other previous employer)

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in the workforce and individuals with lived experience. If you need any adjustments during the application process, please contact us.

Apply today to make a real difference to people's lives in South Yorkshire