Casual recovery worker (Burnley, Lancashire)

Overview

Casual Recovery Worker role within Oak House – East Lancashire Recovery House, Burnley. Oak House is a mental health crisis unit operating to a recovery model with 24‑hour staffed support for residents aged 16 and upwards. The service provides practical and emotional therapeutic interventions in a relaxing environment designed to support recovery. The organisation is part of Waythrough, following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship, and supports people in the Midlands affected by substance use or gambling.

We are committed to reducing A&E and hospital admissions through evidence‑based CBT interventions, offering a range of intervention support and partnering with the NHS alongside the Home Treatment Team for clinical governance. We also provide services to help people with mental ill health connect with their local community, build social engagement, signpost to local services, and host awareness days to break down stigma and discrimination. A staffed 24/7 service is available to residents aged 18 and upwards.

Responsibilities

• Help and inspire people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community.
• Work with individuals to develop a personal support plan to achieve their goals and aspirations, including development of domestic and financial management skills and access to work, leisure, or educational opportunities.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver appropriate support within a recovery framework and participate in on‑call duties as part of a weekly rota system.
• Contribute to creating a supportive environment that reflects the needs of the people we support and promotes recovery.

Qualifications

• No relevant experience required as full training will be provided.
• Applicants with an understanding of mental health issues and/or lived experience are welcomed.
• Essential: caring, compassionate nature, empathy, enthusiasm for helping others, ability to work independently and within a team.
• Open to a range of backgrounds; willingness to be part of a weekly rota system and on‑call duties.

Benefits and Development

Excellent training and development opportunities, and a role that offers meaningful impact in supporting recovery.

Application and Diversity

• This is a rolling recruitment process; shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.
• When applying, please upload a CV and supporting statement outlining your skills and experience.
• We are committed to increasing diversity and welcome applications from people with lived experience and/or those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic groups.

Organisation Context

Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Aquarius supports people in the Midlands affected by substance use or gambling and is a subsidiary of Waythrough. We are specialists in mental health, alcohol, drugs and related areas, providing high‑quality, evidence‑based services designed around the needs of the people we support. Our vision is to break down barriers that prevent people from getting the support they need to live a life they value.