Support Time and Recovery (STR) Worker
The closing date is 04 February 2026
Job summary
We are an adult CMHT in Bournemouth. We are all passionate about our jobs and have a warm and friendly atmosphere within the team.
The ideal candidate will work as part of a team, which promotes social inclusion and access for services users in recovery from mental health difficulties.
Our team focus on the individual needs and wishes of service users, working across boundaries of care, organisations in enabling and empowering individuals to access opportunities which may promote their recovery. This activity is coordinated through the Care Programme Approach/Care Management process.
This is a full-time post only.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
You will provide support, give time to an allocated group of service users and thus promote their recovery and maintain them in their community environment. Within the context of this assess, plan, promote and review individualised activity plans utilising team procedures.
You will assist care coordinators in the development of holistic individualised care plans.
You will work with minimal supervision and to manage a caseload of up to 20 clients full time.
You will work within Trust policies and procedures
You will travel within the geographical work area in an effective manner. Driving is an essential criteria of this role. Please ensure you are qualified to drive and do you have access to a vehicle for work purposes.
You will work with potential providers in promoting access to activities in the local community by building good quality sustainable relationships that will support clients in the long term. Promote compassionate communities.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.
Details
Date posted
21 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year p/a
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
152-M472.25
Job locations
Kings Park Community Hospital
Gloucester Road
Bournemouth
BH7 6JF
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Kings Park Community Hospital
Gloucester Road
Bournemouth
BH7 6JF
Employer's website
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