Job Introduction
Everyone’s Turning Point is unique. It’s the moment when they realise they’ve
made a small, but important, step forward. Very often, that small step is the
start of something bigger. But only when the needed support, advice and
services are in place, will you see an individual evolving and reaching a new
Milestone in their life.
Milestone, is a SE London-based forensic mental health residential service,
offering support and assistance to men with a forensic mental health history.
Using the Recovery approach, we support them to take an active part in their
own care, enabling them to successfully integrate back into the community.
Role Responsibility
As a Recovery Worker, youll make a real difference to peoples lives.
Passionate about supporting people, youll enjoy the opportunity and support
to enhance your own life and career too, as you make this role your own as
part of our friendly, multidisciplinary team.
The day-to-day duties of a Recovery Worker consist of:
- meeting residents on a 1:1 basis to encourage and assist the individual in their recovery goals
- facilitating group activities & workshops to enhance engagement and support the individual to greater independence
- providing input into the development of Person Centred Support Plans and Risk Assessments
- attending and providing feedback in Clinical Reviews for your assigned residents
- supporting residents to manage medication independently
- liaising with the Specialised Support Structure at the service, which includes a Dual Diagnosis Worker and an Occupational Therapist to ensure residents are provided with the optimum level of support
- liaising with community-based teams including SLAM Forensic Mental Health Team clinicians, Consultant Psychiatrist, GPs, charities, activity based services, DWP etc.
- supporting residents with their daily living skills as well as tenancy sustainment skills
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, able to work with a challenging
client group using the Recovery Approach. You will work closely with your
colleagues within the service and with local criminal justicemental health
services to support residents to develop and rediscover the skills to function
as independently as possible within the community.
You will have some relevant experience working with vulnerable adults.
Experience in Mental healthforensichigh risk settings would be desirable.
You must be available to work a 24 hour rota (early and late shift pattern),
and be able to work weekends as well as bank holidays and sleep – in shifts.
NVQ level 3 diploma in health and social care, or equivalent qualifications
in a related field such as social work, nursing or counselling would be an
advantage.
The successful candidate will need to have excellent written and verbal
communication skills as you will be required to complete regular case
notesreports.
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations
across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every
penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for
the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we
support.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make
your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or
opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we
can with our total reward package.
You will get 33 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of
service up to 35 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread
the cost.
Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following
the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.
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