Job Description

MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY WORKER - MATERNITY COVER

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: NIHCSS Specialist Housing Related Support

Reporting To: Levi Hunt

Compensation: £19,967.68 per annum

Mental Health Recovery Worker – 9‑Month Maternity Cover Starting April
£19114.36 per annum (Basic Salary) plus £853.32 per annum (Recruitment and Retention Allowance)
As a Mental Health Recovery Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. Your work will help people engage with the service, achieve their goals, and live the life they aspire to.
Mental Health Recovery Worker (9‑Month Maternity Cover – Starting April 2026)

Make a Difference Every DayAre you passionate about helping others and creating positive change? Do you want to work in an organisation that values your skills, supports your growth, and truly appreciates your efforts? At NIHCSS, we believe in human leadership – we care about you as a person, not just your role. Our culture is open, inclusive, and collaborative, giving you the tools and confidence to thrive.

Don’t just take our word for it – check out our company page on Indeed to see what our staff say about working for us!

This is a full-time, 9‑month maternity cover position starting in April, supporting adults (18+) with severe mental health challenges.

You will:

• Work across supported living in Norwich (NR2) and with community clients across North Norfolk
• Join a supportive team where your voice and wellbeing truly matter

As a team member, you’ll enjoy the full NIHCSS experience:

• Be part of a service that empowers recovery and independence
• Work in an environment that champions diversity and inclusion
• Access training and development opportunities to support your growth
• Work with leaders who listen, respect, and support you

Key Responsibilities

What you’ll do:

• Provide individual key work sessions and targeted, recovery‑focused interventions
• Use person‑centred planning to help individuals exercise choice and control
• Work collaboratively to develop and review assessments, safety management plans and recovery support plans
• Champion independence, wellbeing, and empowerment at every step

Job Benefits

The benefits of working for Together
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Benefits of Working for Together


About Together for Mental Wellbeing
As a valued member of our team, you’ll have access to:

• Complimentary therapies (e.g. massage)
• 25 days annual leave, plus:
  • An additional day off for your birthday
• Perkbox discount portal
• Blue Light Card
• Shiny Mind app
• Care Friends recruitment reward system
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support
• Staff‑led Workforce Inclusion Groups
• Discounts at local gyms
• Staff events
• Salary sacrifice scheme (increase pension contributions and reduce tax)

We ensure you’re supported from day one.


Structured Onboarding

• A clear, supportive induction to set you up for success.

Paid Vocational Training

• Develop skills and confidence while you work.

Internal & External Courses

• Access a range of training to boost your long‑term development.

Dedicated Development Time

• Protected time to focus on personal growth.

Regular 1:1 Support

• We discuss your caseload, celebrate achievements, overcome challenges together, and support your wellbeing throughout your fixed‑term contract.