Recovery Support Worker

Do you have a genuine interest in supporting vulnerable adults to transform their lives? We have an exciting opportunity for 3 enthusiastic and dedicated people to join the Westminster Mental Health Pathway to support clients who are supported by community mental health teams and may have a history of homelessness and complex psychological and mental health issues. You will be joining a team dedicated to providing clients with a safe environment in which to build their confidence and promote opportunities for positive change to inspire hope and bring about real and lasting change for our clients. In the role of Recovery Worker you will oversee a caseload of clients, working with a person centered approach towards their individual recovery. You will provide essential support and advice; empowering them to make relevant changes to thrive in their community. You will also work in partnership with a multi-disciplinary team of support staff, specialist staff and external partners and will be responsible for providing guidance and support to our residents, staff and visitors. Recovery Workers work flexibly on weekly shift rotas that include evenings, weekends and bank holidays. About you We believe in lived experience; we are looking for inspirational, committed individuals who have the ability to use their own experience to provide encouraging; empathetic and consistent support to vulnerable people. This role will suit those with personal experience of homelessness, mental health issues and distress and who may have used homelessness, mental health, criminal justice; alcohol use, substance use, and/or recovery services. In addition to:

• The understanding and experience of mental health models such as Person Centered Approach and Open Dialogue.
• Strong communication, influencing and reasoning skills and the ability to network and build effective relationships with a variety of different people.
• Excellent organisation, and problem solving skills and the ability to manage your workload and prioritise effectively.

How to apply Click the ‘Apply Now’ Button at the top of the page to start your online application form. To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document available’ tab at the top of the advert page on our website. Closing date: 10am on 9th July 2026 Interview and assessments on: 21st / 22nd July 2026
Please note: This role is eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have existing and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment. Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 – 2020 we supported 32,800 people across all of our services. Our staff are crucial to making this happen. 3 Thomas More Square, Tower Hill, London, E1W 1YW
Telephone: 02038566000