Type:
4-month contract (Full-time or Part-time)
This exciting opportunity invites those with a keen interest and experience in supporting individuals through their recovery journey. We offer flexible working options and competitive hourly pay, allowing you to maintain a perfect work-life balance while making a significant impact within the community.
Perks and benefits:
- Full-Time and Part-Time options: Enjoy the freedom to choose a schedule that fits your lifestyle, whether it is full-time engagement for those looking for an immersive experience or part-time work for a balanced life
- Gain diverse experience: Working as a locum allows you to build a varied CV by working within different teams and settings, broadening your skills and experience
- Competitive pay: Earn an attractive £22 per hour, providing financial stability while doing rewarding work
- Enhance your career: Develop professionally with a role that could be a stepping stone to permanent roles, setting a solid foundation for career growth in substance misuse services
- Autonomy and variety: Embrace the change and autonomy that comes with locum work, which often presents opportunities to innovate and drive change
What you will do:
- Hold a caseload of service users, conducting comprehensive assessments and creating tailored recovery plans
- Deliver evidence-based interventions, including brief therapy, psychosocial support, and relapse prevention strategies
- Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team comprising clinicians, social workers, and peer mentors
- Engage with external partners such as GP practices, housing providers, and criminal justice agencies
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records in line with CGL policies, CQC standards, and data protection requirements
Person Specification:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards it
- Desirable training in substance misuse, mental health, or safeguarding
- Understanding of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and safeguarding frameworks
- Familiarity with CQC requirements and clinical governance in community services
- Enhanced DBS check is mandatory
- Experience in substance misuse, mental health, homelessness, or equivalent support services
- Experience managing caseloads and delivering structured interventions
- Experience working with vulnerable adults facing complex issues including dual diagnosis and social exclusion
Newham is a vibrant and thriving location offering a rich tapestry of culture and community spirit. With excellent transport links into central London, a diverse array of restaurants and parks, and a forward-thinking approach to community and development, this is a fantastic place to live and work. Come and be a part of something special in Newham where your skills will be valued and your career can flourish.
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Recovery Worker - Newham - Sanctuary Personal employer: Sanctuary Personnel Ltd
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