Mental Health and Recovery Practitioner (Regional)
Position Duration
Permanent
Role Type
Quality and Health & Safety
County
Greater Manchester
Salary / rate of pay
£35,000 - £40,000
Job Description
Job Title: Mental Health and Recovery Practitioner (Regional)
Location: Home Based with Regional travel - Covering Manchester, York, Leeds, Bradford
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5:30 pm (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + Pension + 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) + other benefits
Reports to: Quality and Practice Manager
About Us:
Join Lifeways Group, the UK’s largest provider of specialist support services for individuals with complex needs. At Lifeways, we’re committed to transforming mental health care and becoming the Care Provider of Choice by 2026. We’re looking for compassionate mental health professionals who are ready to help individuals transition from hospital to independent living and thrive.
Why Choose Lifeways?
- Competitive Salary & Benefits: £35,000 - £40,000 + pension, with 33 days of annual leave including bank holidays.
- Work-Life Balance: Monday-Friday schedule, no night shifts.
- Purpose-Driven Work: Support meaningful, long-term recovery for individuals without the stress of crisis management.
- Innovative Care Practices: Join a forward-thinking team embracing digital tools to enhance care quality.
Your Role:
As a Mental Health and Recovery Practitioner, you’ll:
- Collaborate with scheme managers to promote best practices in supported housing schemes.
- Provide clinical guidance on governance, risk management, safeguarding, and care standards.
- Build partnerships with healthcare and voluntary services, promoting a multi-agency approach.
- Support team resilience through reflective practice sessions and training.
- Create recovery-oriented, person-centred care plans with a focus on proactive support.
About You:
- Registered Professional: Qualified as a Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, or similar.
- Experienced in Mental Health: Strong background in community or inpatient mental health settings.
- Collaborative & Communicative: Excellent communication skills, able to work across multidisciplinary teams.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with digital care practices is a plus.
- Specialized Training: Training in trauma-informed care, forensic pathways, or community mental health is a plus.
Ready to Make a Real Difference?
Apply now and be part of our transformative journey in mental health care, supporting individuals towards independence and empowering their recovery journey. Join us at Lifeways and shape the future of mental health care
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