Recovery Navigator, South Wiltshire

You will

Be passionate about improving the lived experience and well-being of people using mental health services.

Have sound knowledge of the support needs of people with moderatetoserious mental health difficulties.

Have a sound knowledge of available mental health teams and resources in the locality

Be able to work in a personcentred, traumainformed, recoveryfocused way, with empathy and nonjudgement.

Be adaptable, resilient, and confident working independently in the community while managing your own caseload.

Be a strong communicator who collaborates well with clinical teams, partners, and community services.

to be part of a friendly team, with direct support from a senior recovery navigator and line manager

Team support from a psychologist

in-depth induction to Second Step and all the relevant training and support you need to do your job well.

Blended working a combination of home, office and community-based working

monthly one-to-one sessions with your line manager

Weekly team meetings

Monthly group reflective practice with your wider team

We are committed to working with a recovery-based approach and supporting people to meet their individual needs. Why not join our team to support our clients on their recovery journey:

Provide short-term, person-centred, trauma-informed support to people with serious mental health needs.

Support safe transitions between hospital and home, working independently with a personal caseload and delivering structured 1:1 community-based support.

Support individuals to prevent/reduce intensive mental health symptoms to prevent psychiatric hospital admission.

Work collaboratively with clinical teams and community partners while helping individuals build independence and set/achieve support goals.

Permanent contract with flexible working; must have a driving licence and own vehicle (car or motorbike) due to county-wide travel requirements.

Receive support for the role including Second Step induction/training, access to reflective practice spaces, regular supervisions, and debriefing options should it be needed.

Second Step is a leading mental health charity in the Southwest offering housing, support and hope to people with mental health and support needs. Our vision is a world where everyone affected by mental health problems can create a positive future. We promote mental health and wellbeing by supporting people and communities to build brighter futures.

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