East London Housing Association requires a determined, persistent and adaptable SENIOR MENTAL HEALTH RECOVERY WORKER. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Work alongside the staff team to create and maintain a welcome and safe environment - Provide expertise in mental health, alcohol and drug misuse - Build trusting, supportive relationships with service users with dual diagnosis/complex needs - Carry a case load of at least 5 cases - Interview and book in new referrals - Carry out initial needs assessments with recovery workers - Undertake needs and risk assessments - Facilitate peer support group activities COMPETENCIES INCLUDE: - Good knowledge of mental health, alcohol and drug misuse, their effects and treatment options - Solid experience working with this client group and knowledge of Care Programme Approach (CPA) processes - Understanding of main medications used to treat mental health problems - Working knowledge of Recovery model and delivering support within a Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE) - Ability to work with other agencies to ensure that integrated support services are provided - Knowledge and practical application of adult safeguarding needs - Understanding of Health and Safety in a hostel setting and dealing with emergencies alone - Work within a rota system including nights and weekends and lead on a shift If you meet ALL these requirements, please forward your updated CV and cover letter. If you haven't received a response within 7 days of the closing date, please accept your application as unsuccessful