Mental Health Recovery Worker

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Mental Health Recovery Worker (Female Only)

Location: Manchester
Working Hours: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £24,243 - £28,930

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives?
Join Waythrough, one of the UK's leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day.

We support over 125,000 people each year through our 200 services, empowering individuals to overcome challenges around mental health, housing, and substance use.

About the Role
We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Recovery Worker to join our Women's Supported Housing Service in Manchester. You'll play a key role in helping women maintain their tenancies, develop life skills, and thrive in their community.

At Waythrough, we put the people who use our services at the heart of everything we do -ensuring they are fully involved in decisions that shape their future.

What You'll Do

• Support women in developing personal recovery and support plans to achieve their goals and aspirations.

• Promote independence through practical help with daily living, tenancy management, budgeting, and personal development.

• Encourage access to education, employment, training, and leisure opportunities.

• Maintain accurate and confidential case notes using our IT systems.

• Liaise with GPs, local councils, and community organisations to ensure holistic support.

• Help promote the service within the local community.
   

To Succeed in This Role, You'll Need to Be:

• Experienced in the mental health or social care field.

• Compassionate, consistent, and flexible in their approach.

• A great communicator who can build trust and rapport with people from all walks of life.

• Able to work independently and as part of a supportive team.

• Comfortable working on a 7-day rota, including some evenings and weekends, and taking part in on-call duties.

• Passionate about breaking down stigma and empowering others to lead fulfilling lives.

For full person specifications and job details, please visit this link.

About Waythrough

Formed in 2024 through the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship, Waythrough is now one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

With 3,500 staff and volunteers across more than 200 services, we help people to live full, meaningful lives.

Some roles may still appear under our legacy brands (Humankind, Richmond Fellowship, Aquarius) while we complete our integration — but wherever you join us, you'll be part of one supportive team, sharing one purpose.

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.
 

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How to Apply

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