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Recovery Worker

Appcastenterprise
Job LocationTaunton
EducationNot Mentioned
SalaryCompetitive salary
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypePermanent , full-time

Job Description

Job IntroductionPlease Note: A Full UK Driving License and Access to a Vehicle is an Essential Requirement.At Turning Point, we support people across the UK with substance misuse issues. As a Community Engagement Recovery Worker, youll make a real difference to their lives as you develop the personal, flexible and realistic support packages they need to helpturn things around. Passionate about people, youll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life too, as you make the role your own as part of a friendly and multidisciplinary team.As a Community Engagement Recovery Worker we offer a starting salary of £23k rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £27k per year.(Dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial startingsalary).You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths.Whether you are looking to progress into a management and leadership role or to be a specialist in your field as an Advanced Substance Misuse Practitioner at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey.Role ResponsibilityAs a Community Engagement Recovery Worker you will have a bespoke role, dedicated to supporting individuals leaving structured treatment. You will seek out, offer, and develop opportunities and resources within the community that will support service usersto build upon their skills and strengthen their recovery capital in order to be better equipped to sustain change.Key responsibilities include:

  • Care coordination for service users approaching discharge and for up to 6 months post discharge.
  • Utilising the ‘Five Ways to Wellbeing’ evidence-based actions to review and advance the wellbeing of service users.
  • Working within an Asset Based Community Development framework, to help build upon the assets (strengths, potentials and resources) of our service users and from within their own communities.
  • Building and developing external partnerships with organisations and community groups, to socially prescribe opportunities to support sustained recovery – including in education, training and employment.
  • Working closely with Dear Albert & Peer Mentors to provide support to individuals leaving treatment.
This role covers the west of the county including Taunton and the surrounding areas.This role will be required to work and travel across multiple locations within area allocated to.Whilst we have dedicated roles for a number of areas of the service, there are a few items which we still expect all clients facing staff to support with delivery of and appropriate training will be provided. These include:
  • Needle & Syringe program
  • BBV testing
  • Group work
  • Assessments
Raising the bar for people-centred care, youll provide advice and information to service users. Of course, that means not only putting their wellbeing first, but providing an outstanding service for their families too. Peoples lives will be truly changedby you. So, well offer you the chance to thrive on a wide range of challenges, as you build relationships throughout every stage of their recovery. By working closely with healthcare professionals such as GPs and social services, your dedication will makea better future.Hours are Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, with approximately one late shift per monthly rota.The Ideal CandidateYou’ll have an understanding of substance and alcohol misuse and the challenges and opportunities for individuals on a recovery journey. However, we also recognise that many people have transferrable skills from other backgrounds such as mental health, housingor other health and social care provision. The roles are varied, so flexibility, an ability to work dynamically on a one to one and group basis and knowledge of relapse and other barriers to recovery will be vital but we can help to shape these skills whereneeded. We also look for candidates with excellent communication skills and who share our values as an organisation. We value individuals with lived experience but also those who are just interested in this line of work; our Trainee Recovery Worker programenables individuals without all relevant experience to gain an entry level position within the organisation before moving on to other roles.We value individual creativity and initiative and, whatever your role, you will be fully involved in identifying opportunities to improve the quality of our services and the service user experience. Your ideas will be listened to and your suggestions implementedwherever possible. You will be supported in your role by extensive training to help develop your skills. Our learning culture encourages everyone to stay on top of the latest developments in their field and helps drive service improvement.About usWhat Benefits Will I ReceiveWe know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total rewardpackage that includes:
  • Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation fromInvestors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
  • 28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
  • An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discountsand savings!
  • Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
  • Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
  • Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
  • A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
  • Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to usFlexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free

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