Recovery Worker in Leeds, West Yorkshire

JOB-20240911-46972578

Job Title: Recovery Worker
Specialism: Substance Misuse Team
Location: Leeds UK
Salary: £23 Per Hour Umbrella
Contract Length: 3 months. Full Time, Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:00

Join our dynamic team as a Recovery Worker in the vibrant city of Leeds! This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact in the field of recovery support. We are offering a competitive rate of £23 per hour on an umbrella basis for a 3-month full time position. Your working week will align with a convenient Monday to Friday schedule from 9:00 to 17:00. Do not miss out on this chance to elevate your career while contributing to meaningful change.

Perks and benefits:

- As a locum Recovery Worker, you will enjoy the flexibility to choose assignments that keep your career fresh and exciting, allowing you to manage a healthy work-life balance.
- Plus, we offer a fantastic £250 bonus if you refer a friend to join us too. *T&Cs apply. That's extra money in your pocket simply for spreading the word.
- In addition to the inherent freedom and variety locum work brings, you will also benefit from gaining valuable experience in a fast-paced environment, access to our supportive network of professionals, and guidance to help you advance in your career.

What you will do:

- Conduct thorough assessments of service users to understand their needs, risks, and recovery goals.
- Develop, implement, and routinely review personalised recovery and support plans tailored to each individual.
- Engage with service users through one-to-one keywork sessions and deliver recovery-focused interventions to guide them towards their goals.
- Provide informative harm reduction advice, including guidance on overdose prevention and promoting safer substance use practices.
- Assist service users in accessing necessary treatment, healthcare, housing, education, training, and employment services.
- Regularly monitor progress, manage your caseloads efficiently, and maintain accurate and confidential case records.
- Proactively identify and address any safeguarding concerns and risks that may arise during your work.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, social services, criminal justice agencies, and community organisations to ensure a comprehensive support network is in place for each service user.
- Promote and encourage active engagement with recovery programmes and peer support networks, fostering a supportive community atmosphere.

Why Leeds?

Leeds is a fantastic place to live and work. Known for its buzzing cultural scene, thriving business community, and friendly locals, it offers the perfect blend of excitement and charm. From stunning parks to renowned theatres and a vibrant music scene, Leeds has something for everyone. Plus, with a range of excellent transport links, it is easy to explore the beautiful Yorkshire countryside or take a city break in London. Make Leeds your next career destination and discover all the wonderful experiences it has to offer.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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