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Frequently Asked Questions:

• How many Mental Health Recovery Worker jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 40 Mental Health Recovery Worker jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Mental Health Recovery Worker do?

  Mental health project workers assist and provide community based social and personal support for adults experiencing a range of mental health needs

  Tasks required include:

  • Advises on rights and entitlements in relation to benefits, health, discrimination and welfare.
  • Advises individuals and families experiencing problems about available resources to assist them.
  • Assists and liaises with professionals in social work, the probation service and related welfare areas.
  • Organises day, residential and home care services.
  • Helps to put together care plans and follows professional’s care plans.
  • Maintains records and compiles reports on clients.
  • Keeps up to date with legislation.
  • Performs pastoral care duties, preaches sermons and conducts some services in accordance with the relevant faith or denomination.

• What are the entry requirements for a Mental Health Recovery Worker?

  Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications and/or experience. Professional qualifications may be required for some posts. Background checks including a DBS check are likely to be required for those working with vulnerable adults and/or families.