Lifeways Group
Mental Health Recovery Support Worker - Barnsley

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Position Duration
Permanent
Role Type
Support/Care Worker
County
South Yorkshire
Company
Lifeways Group
Salary / rate of pay
£13.71
Post Code
S73 8PH
Town or City
Barnsley
Ref No
13149
Job Description
At Lifeways, we provide specialist support and recovery services for people with enduring mental health needs. Our work focuses on helping individuals transition from institutional environments back into their own homes and communities. Every person’s situation is unique, so we tailor our approach to ensure the support we offer is truly person‑centred.
To continue delivering this high‑quality support, we’re looking for people who share our commitment to empowering others. Being part of the Lifeways team is incredibly rewarding, and we welcome individuals who are keen to grow both personally and professionally.
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About The Role
We are seeking caring, honest and innovative individuals to join our dedicated team of Recovery Support Workers within our Enhanced Community Recovery supported living service in Barnsley. In this role, you will work closely with clients to promote independence, build confidence and support their ongoing recovery journey.
Shift pattern
Full flexibility is needed to work early, late, and sleep-in shifts on a rota basis Monday to Sunday.
About You
You must have previous experience supporting people with mental health needs. You understand the challenges faced by people living with mental health conditions and are committed to providing compassionate, recovery‑focused support. You have strong communication skills, both written and verbal. You are confident using IT systems, including Word, databases and email. An NVQ/QCF in Health & Social Care is an advantage, but not essential


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Our commitment to you
We believe in equal access to opportunities and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and able to be themselves at work. Our inclusive culture is reflected in our CHOICE values: Caring, Honest, One Team, Innovative, Courageous and Equal. These values guide how we work, how we support each other and how we deliver exceptional care every day.
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of a team that truly values your contribution, we’d love to hear from you.
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