Recovery Worker

Location: Leicestershire
Working Hours: 37 hours per week. (Part-time hours may be available)
Contract Type: Full- time, Permanent
Salary: £25,877.80 - £30,868 per annum

About the Role

Join Waythrough at Box Tree Farm as a Recovery Worker, supporting adults experiencing mental health crises within a recovery-focused environment. Box Tree Farm is a 24-hour Crisis House service operating 365 days a year, providing support to individuals aged 18 and over.

This role is centred around helping people regain independence, confidence, and stability during difficult periods in their lives. Working as part of a rota-based team, you will provide compassionate and person-centred support while helping individuals work towards their personal recovery goals.

Waythrough was formed in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. The organisation specialises in mental health, alcohol, drugs, gambling, and related support services, with a vision to break down barriers that prevent people from accessing the support they need to live fulfilling lives.

What You'll Do

• Support individuals experiencing mental health crises within a safe and recovery-focused environment.
• Help people maintain their independence and develop practical life skills.
• Work collaboratively with individuals to create personalised support and recovery plans.
• Encourage and support access to education, employment, leisure, and community opportunities.
• Assist with developing domestic, budgeting, and tenancy management skills.
• Build positive and professional relationships with people using the service.
• Work both independently and as part of a wider support team.
• Participate in a rota system, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties where required.
• Contribute to creating a supportive, respectful, and empowering environment for recovery.

What We Are Looking For

• Caring, compassionate, and empathetic individuals who genuinely enjoy helping others.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with people from all backgrounds.
• Someone who thrives under pressure and can remain calm and supportive in challenging situations.
• Flexible team players who can also work independently when needed.
• A positive and recovery-focused mindset.
• Enthusiasm for supporting people to live as independently as possible.
• An understanding of mental health issues and/or lived experience would be welcomed, although full training will be provided.
• Commitment to working within a rota system, including flexibility for shift work and on-call duties.
• A willingness to learn, develop, and contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band. 

About Waythrough 

Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. 

Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.

Make a real difference in your community 

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change. 

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)

• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%

• Life assurance (3× annual salary)

• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay

• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave

• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications

• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme

• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals

• £500 Recommend a Friend bonus

• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership

• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good

• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility 

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. 

We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme  - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk 

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