Substance Misuse Recovery Worker

Vállalat: CV-Library
Munka kategóriák: Contract
Salary:
22 - 25 GBP/Hour

Perform risk/need assessments and develop risk management/care plans following organizational policies and procedures.

* Conduct periodic risk/need reviews based on service user needs.

* Devise, monitor, review, and update recovery care plans tailored to individual service user profiles and requirements.

* Provide comprehensive care packages, including psychosocial and psychological interventions, alongside peers and volunteers.

* Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, actively participating in team meetings.

* Manage cases using a recovery-focused approach, utilising one-on-one sessions where appropriate.

* Ensure effective communication across all levels of the service.

* Conduct screenings for drug and alcohol use.

* Maintain accurate and up-to-date service user records in accordance with organisational policies.

* Collaborate and coordinate with other health and social care providers as needed.

* Report concerns related to service users' children and safeguarding issues promptly.

* Maintain detailed case notes in line with policy, documenting all interactions with service users and compiling necessary statistical information.

* Uphold the security and confidentiality of information, handling it discreetly and securely within designated systems.

* Promptly report any incidents, complaints, or grievances.

* Provide recommendations for safeguarding referrals concerning adults or children.

* Adhere to policies and procedures for lone working, taking necessary precautions for personal safety.

* Actively promote the service in a positive manner.

Requirements of the Recovery Worker:

* Prior experience in the Substance Misuse field is essential.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.

* Familiarity with various substances and their effects.

* Understanding of the principles underlying the recovery movement.

* Awareness of the multifaceted challenges confronted by individuals struggling with substance misuse, spanning social care, welfare benefits, health, and accommodation.

* Knowledge of therapeutic approaches applicable to working with service users.

* Demonstrated appreciation for confidentiality and sensitivity when handling public and service user information.

* Experience collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team.

* Understanding of Safeguarding Adults and Children principles and their practical application

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