Job Title: Recovery Navigator
Location: Bristol
Salary: £25,359 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Hours: 3 days a week (flexible)
Contract: Permanent
Overview:
DK recruitment is happy to be working with one of their long standing mental health clients who are looking for a Recovery Navigator on a permanent basis (part time)
As a Recovery Navigator, you will be working within new and innovative mental health hubs across Bristol. These hubs are part of a national effort to transform mental health support, offering integrated services within primary care settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build trusting, collaborative relationships with clients, providing support and advocacy.
- Conduct individual assessments to help shape personalised recovery plans.
- Assist clients in utilising self-management tools like Wellness Recovery Action Plans.
- Use skilled interventions such as motivational interviewing and active listening.
- Help clients navigate available support services, including voluntary and statutory organizations.
About You:
- Passionate about supporting mental health and improving wellbeing.
- Experienced in working with individuals with mental health needs, including support planning and risk assessments.
- Committed to a holistic, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed approach.
- Comfortable working independently within the community and as part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team.
- Able to travel within the area to meet clients as needed.
What they Offer:
- Friendly, supportive team environment with regular one-on-one support and group reflective practice.
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
- 26 days annual leave plus eight bank holidays (pro rata for part-time). Additional holiday after one year of service, up to a maximum of five extra days.
- Pension scheme with up to a 6% employer contribution.
If you would like to discuss this vacancy or are looking for a new position in the mental health field, please contact Ellie Benson