Alcohol Recovery Worker in Ilkeston, Derbyshire

JOB-20240911-46972578

Alcohol Recovery Worker 

Specialism: Criminal Justice - Recovery Worker
Location: Ilkeston, UK
Salary: £23 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full-Time (5 days per week)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Alcohol Recovery Worker within the Criminal Justice sector in Ilkeston. This ongoing full-time position offers £23 per hour, working five days a week.

Working with Phoenix Futures, you will manage an alcohol-focused caseload, delivering structured interventions and supporting individuals through their recovery journey. This role is ideal for an experienced professional ready to make a meaningful impact in the alcohol recovery field.

Perks and Benefits

• Full-Time Stability: Five days per week with consistent hours.

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £23 per hour in a rewarding and impactful role.

• Supportive Organisation: Be part of a respected national charity focused on meaningful recovery outcomes.

• Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience working alongside multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies.

• Locum Flexibility: Benefit from the variety and development opportunities locum work provides.

What You Will Do

• Manage a dedicated alcohol caseload, delivering structured one-to-one interventions.

• Complete comprehensive assessments, risk assessments, and recovery plans.

• Deliver brief interventions, relapse prevention strategies, harm reduction, and motivational support.

• Monitor service user progress and review care plans in line with service standards.

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, external agencies, and partner organisations.

• Facilitate group sessions where required.

• Maintain accurate case records in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements.

• Safeguard vulnerable adults and escalate concerns appropriately.

• Support service users with onward referrals relating to housing, health, and social support.

Requirements

• Previous experience managing an alcohol or substance misuse caseload.

• Strong knowledge of recovery models and harm reduction approaches.

• Experience completing structured assessments and care planning.

• Ability to confidently manage risk and complex needs.

• Excellent communication and case management skills.

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Ilkeston?

Located in the heart of Derbyshire, Ilkeston offers a welcoming community atmosphere with excellent local amenities and access to beautiful countryside. Its convenient location provides a comfortable lifestyle while maintaining strong links to surrounding towns and cities, making it an ideal place to live and work.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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