Recovery Worker in Waltham Forest, Hertfordshire

JOB-20240911-46972578

Job Title: Locum Recovery Worker - Substance Misuse
Specialism: Substance Misuse & Recovery Support
Location: Waltham Forest, UK
Salary: Competitive (Contact for details)
Type: Locum, Full Time/Part Time, Ongoing

Join our dedicated multidisciplinary team in Waltham Forest as a Locum Recovery Worker, where you will play a vital role in supporting individuals dealing with substance misuse issues. This flexible role offers the opportunity to work full-time or part-time, providing essential services aimed at helping people improve their health, achieve recovery, and reintegrate into the community.

Perks and Benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time Options: Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.

• Diverse Working Environments: Experience varied settings that promote learning and adaptability.

• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with key professionals and organisations across the sector.

• Training and Development: Access ongoing professional training in best practice recovery models.

Role Purpose:

To support individuals experiencing substance misuse challenges by delivering tailored, person-centred interventions that promote recovery, health improvement, and social reintegration.

What You Will Do:

• Manage a caseload of clients with complex needs, conducting comprehensive assessments and developing recovery plans.

• Deliver structured one-to-one key work sessions and group interventions based on evidence-informed models including CBT, MI, and relapse prevention.

• Collaborate with partner agencies, including healthcare, social services, and criminal justice, to ensure a coordinated support network.

• Address safeguarding concerns and ensure all actions align with current safeguarding procedures.

• Maintain accurate, confidential records in line with GDPR and service standards.

• Conduct outreach work to engage individuals who are hard to reach and bring them into treatment pathways.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Proven experience in supporting individuals with substance misuse, mental health, or complex needs.

• Strong interpersonal skills and a non-judgemental, trauma-informed approach.

• Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and recovery-oriented care.

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

• Experience delivering group work programmes.

• Familiarity with harm reduction strategies and recovery planning tools.

Why Waltham Forest?

Waltham Forest is a diverse and vibrant borough offering a rich cultural experience, green spaces, and a strong community focus. This location provides the ideal backdrop to make a meaningful difference in the lives of service users.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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