Community Link Worker

Job Description

Community Link WorkerLocation: HMP Channings WoodHours: Full time, 35 hours per weekSalary: £18,685 to £23,230 per annum depending on experienceContract: PermanentOur client is looking for a Community Link Worker to join their team at HMP Channings Wood. The role of the Link Worker is to create pathways with drug and alcohol support services within the local and wider resettlement areas, encouraging a client’s continued engagement in recovery by bringing resources into the prison, and by arranging throughcare within the community ahead of their release. The post holder will work closely with community substance misuse services to ensure a smooth transition and, where appropriate, will liaise with community healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care on release.Day to day duties will include agreeing joint working arrangements (e.g. care pathways, referral mechanisms, information sharing, joint reviews, matching interventions) with community services, facilitating Prison/Community Forums, running release preparation groups, and identifying less traditional’ opportunities for recovery activities (for example, to take up hobbies or meet new people).What the organisation is looking forThe successful applicant will have an understanding of substance misuse problems, and a recovery orientated approach. You’ll have experience working with individuals to develop, implement, and review action plans and will have delivered a range of evidence based substance misuse psychosocial interventions. You’ll be confident running groups and will have competent group work facilitation skills.An effective communicator, you’ll work closely with other related professionals, producing detailed written reports. A qualification in a relevant field (e.g. health and social care, psychology, nursing or community development), whilst not essential, would be an advantage. Previous experience working in a similar recovery-oriented environment would also be advantageous.About The OrganisationThis Drug & Alcohol Services is a thriving charity providing services across Devon and Dorset, in the community and within prisons. They offer a number of dynamic and innovative initiatives which work alongside people to improve their wellbeing, social connections and employability. They are passionate about supporting individuals who face complex issues, including substance misuse, mental ill health, and other harmful, addictive and offending behaviour, to improve their lives. The fundamental belief underpinning their work is that, given the right support and resources, people can and do make remarkable changes.The organisation can offer you a real opportunity for new, challenging and highly rewarding experiences. In return for your commitment and enthusiasm, they offer a comprehensive training & development programme, a generous leave package, pension scheme, and a positive, friendly working environment.Closing date for applications is noon on Wednesday 12th August 2020.Interviews to be held w/c 24th August 2020.Please ensure that you quote reference number 52.20 on your application.To Apply and for More Information:Please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to the employer’s website where you can complete your application for this position.Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.Candidates are subject to additional checks including DBS (to the appropriate level) and prison vetting - details will be specified as part of the vacancy details. Outcomes of these additional checks will be considered before any offer/appointment is confirmed.No agencies please. Required skills

Risk Management

Recovery Planning

Substance Misuse

Key Worker

Psychosocial Interventions

Keyskills :
Recovery Planning Key Wker