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Kent (On-site)
£27,972 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Recovery Workerto play a pivotal role in our Thanet Crisis & Recovery House.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
This role is at the heart of supporting people through periods of mental health crisis, providing compassionate, person-centred support from referral and admission through to discharge. You will work closely with residents to understand their strengths, needs, goals and risks, developing personalised wellbeing, safety and recovery plans that help them stabilise and move forward. Through one-to-one and group support, you will use a range of non-clinical, trauma-informed and psychologically informed approaches, including emotional support, active listening, problem-solving, safety planning, recovery planning and practical assistance. You will empower residents to build on their strengths, develop independence, strengthen social connections and access community resources that support their ongoing recovery and wellbeing.
As a Recovery Worker, you will exercise professional judgement to respond to residents' changing needs, providing calm and effective support during periods of heightened distress while maintaining a strong focus on safety and recovery. You will support people experiencing a range of complex challenges, including severe mental health difficulties, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, psychotic experiences and substance misuse, using de-escalation and other appropriate non-clinical interventions. Working within the boundaries of the role, you will assess risks, develop and review safety plans, collaborate with external agencies and escalate concerns when specialist, clinical or emergency intervention is required. You will also play an important role in helping residents develop practical life skills, prepare for discharge and create sustainable plans for maintaining their wellbeing and independence beyond the service.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
We are looking for someone with experience of supporting people experiencing mental health difficulties and complex needs within a mental health, social care, housing, crisis or community-based setting. You will have a good understanding of the impact that mental health crisis can have on individuals and be confident in delivering person-centred, recovery-focused support that is strengths-based, trauma-informed and psychologically informed. You will be comfortable working with people experiencing significant emotional distress and able to recognise changes in presentation, assess risk and respond appropriately within the boundaries of a non-clinical role.
You will be a collaborative and compassionate professional with a strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, confidentiality and professional boundaries. You'll be able to work effectively with a range of professionals, services and partner agencies, maintain accurate records using electronic systems, and demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work. An understanding of co-production and the importance of involving people with lived experience in shaping support is also essential.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
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Hestia
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We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.
Posted on: 02 September 2026
Closing date: 29 September 2026 at 07:46
Job ref: 2903
Tags: Mental Health
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Exmouth, Devon (On-site)
£34,125 per year
Full-time
Contract (Until March 2029, with potential for extension)
Job description
Lead the next chapter of homelessness and support services in Exmouth.
Join Open Door Exmouth as we expand our services, launch a new Support Hub and strengthen pathways from crisis to stability and hope.
Open Door Exmouth has supported local people for over 30 years. What began as a homeless drop-in has grown into a multi-service charity delivering practical support, trusted relationships and opportunities for people to move forward with dignity and hope. Today, our services include a Community Café, Support Service, Parent Hub, Youth Service, Community Craft Room and Men's Shed. Rooted in Christian values, we are committed to creating safe, welcoming and non-judgemental spaces where people can access support and belonging.
We are seeking an exceptional Homelessness Support Services Manager to lead and develop our growing homelessness and support services. This is a new senior leadership role created through the Ending Homelessness in Communities Fund (EHCF), which will expand our support offer and establish a new five-day Support Hub.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across our homelessness and support services. You will lead a dedicated team, oversee safeguarding and quality assurance, strengthen tenancy sustainment and homelessness prevention work, develop partnerships across housing, health and the voluntary sector, and ensure services deliver meaningful outcomes for people facing homelessness, crisis and multiple disadvantage.
This role offers a rare opportunity to help shape the future of homelessness support in Exmouth, influence local partnership working, and lead a service that combines compassion, practical support and long-term impact.
If you are a compassionate, values-led leader with experience of homelessness, housing, community support, social care or a related field, we'd love to hear from you.
Organisation
Open Door Exmouth
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Registered Charity
11 - 20
Registered Charity
11 - 20
Open Door creates safe, welcoming spaces and practical support so people in Exmouth can connect, build confidence and find hope.
Posted on: 20 August 2026
Closing date: 16 September 2026 at 00:00
Tags: Advice / Information, Christian, Communications, Project Management, Volunteering Management, Housing, Operations, CRM, Engagement / Outreach, Health and Safety, Homelessness, Mental Health, Monitoring and Evaluation, Partnerships, Risk Management, Safeguarding, Substance Misuse, Wellbeing, Governance / Management, Social / Support Work
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Brighton, Brighton and Hove (On-site)
£34,401 FTE
Part-time (30 hours per week plus sleep-in shifts)
Permanent
Job description
We’re looking for an experienced and compassionate Senior Support Worker to join our Stopover Supported Housing service in Brighton & Hove.
Stopover provides women-only supported accommodation for young women aged 16–25, including young women who have recently become mothers. Our services provide different levels of support as young women move towards independence, helping them develop the skills, confidence and stability they need to sustain their own tenancy.
Working alongside the Head of Supported Housing, you’ll help oversee the day-to-day running of the project while providing trauma-informed support to young women who may have experienced homelessness, abuse, domestic violence, mental health difficulties and other challenges.
This is a varied senior role combining direct work with young women, staff supervision and partnership working. You’ll build trusted professional relationships, advocate for young women and help ensure our service provides safe, consistent and high-quality support.
You will:
- Build positive professional relationships with young women, developing individual support plans and helping them gain the skills and confidence to live independently
- Help oversee the day-to-day running of the service, including managing resident issues, risk and compliance with licence agreements
- Provide line management, supervision and development support to members of the staff team
- Advocate for young women and work collaboratively with external agencies and other professionals
- Help ensure the service operates safely and effectively in line with organisational policies, funder requirements and contractual agreements
We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Experience of working with young women or young people and a strong understanding of their support needs
- Experience in supported housing, residential services or a similar environment
- Confidence managing complex or challenging situations, assessing risk and delivering effective support planning or key work
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to advocate for marginalised young women and work effectively with other professionals
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team, alongside good administrative, IT and record-keeping skills
Knowledge of safeguarding, homelessness, benefits and external services available to young women would be an advantage. A Housing or Youth Work qualification is desirable but not essential.
Why join us?
Impact Initiatives is a Sussex-based charity supporting children, young people, adults with disabilities, families and older people to live healthy and fulfilling lives.
At Stopover, you’ll be part of a service built around consistent, positive relationships and trauma-informed support. You’ll have the opportunity to combine hands-on work with young women with leadership responsibilities, helping colleagues develop their practice and contributing to the quality and development of the service.
We’re committed to supporting our staff through ongoing learning, supervision and professional development.
Who can apply?
This post is open to women only, in accordance with Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010, due to the nature of the work delivering trauma-informed support to young women. We welcome applications from all women, including trans women.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and the successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
Closing date: 5.00pm, Friday 11 September 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 14 September 2026
For further details and to apply, please visit Impact Initiatives website
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Refreshed on: 04 September 2026
Closing date: 11 September 2026 at 16:39
Job ref: SSWBH/Sep26
Tags: Counselling, Housing, Mental Health, Victim Support, Wellbeing, Social / Support Work
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London, Greater London (On-site)
£31,537 per annum pro rata for 6 months - (Possible Extension)
Full-time
Temporary (6 Months - Possible Extension)
Job description
Advert! Housing IDVA - Maternity Cover 6 months
(£31,537 pro rata, for 6 months - Possible Extension)
Her Centre, a women’s advice service working in Greenwich, provides advocacy for women who have experienced domestic and sexual violence, working in our accredited domestic abuse service.
We are seeking applicant for, Housing IDVA maternity cover for 6 months (Possible Extension).
Maternity cover post is for 6 months from October to March. Salary for 6 months is £15,768.50
We also offer a 3% contribution pension and a weekly wellbeing hour.
Closing Date for applications is 20th September 2026 at 5pm, with interviews on the 23rd of September 2026.
Due to the intensive and sensitive support involved in these posts, the posts are open to women only. Section 7(2)e of the Sex Discrimination Act exemption applies. Her Centre is a registered charity, no. 1070755.
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Posted on: 02 September 2026
Closing date: 20 September 2026 at 17:00
Job ref: HC-HousingIDVA2026
Tags: Advice / Information, Advocacy, Housing, Safeguarding
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