Recovery Navigator, South WiltshireNHS
Job summary
Were recruiting a Recovery Navigator to join our Intensive Outreach Service in South Wiltshire, supporting people referred from AWP services for up to six weeks to help prevent hospital admission or to support their independence after leaving a psychiatric hospital, as well as helping those experiencing serious or sudden mental health difficulties. The IOS team exists because people in acute mental health distress often fall between servicestoo unwell to cope alone but not always needing long hospital stays. IOS bridges this gap by providing intensive, practical, and emotional support at home to keep people safe, stable, and moving forward.
Main duties of the job
About you 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. What we offer 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
Job description
About the role 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.
About us
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.