CDR Psychosocial Group Facilitator Southampton Psychosocial Service, Community Day Rehab 37 Hours per week, Permanent This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Charity and Housing Association. The Society of St James (SSJ) has been working in Hampshire for over 50 years, delivering high impact, person-centred, accommodation services to adults and young people experiencing homelessness, problematic substance use and mental health problems. We believe that every person is of worth and we are prepared to take risks to house and support the most at risk and socially excluded members of society. The program is designed for clients who wish to address their drug/alcohol use whilst remaining in their local community, using a Behaviour Change model and trauma-informed interventions (such as Acceptance & Commitment therapy groups, Mindfulness & Self Compassion based practices, one-to-one sessions, Arts and Crafts, Education, and Fitness Activities). Responsibilities include group facilitation, providing one-to-one sessions, offering emotional support both online via Zoom and in person, attending and arranging multi-agency meetings, and working closely with internal services and external agencies. You will also help run a busy open-plan service (including answering phones), keep daily records of clients’ welfare within the team and database system, take clients to appointments or support them to arrange appointments, and organise off-site activities. An enthusiastic professional dedicated to supporting individuals addressing alcohol and drug use. A flexible team player willing to adapt to client needs, including working Monday to Friday with occasional evenings and weekends. Essential Qualities and Skills Proficient in identifying and managing risk safely. SSJ recognises that our staff are our greatest assets. We value and recognise our staff, offering some generous benefits, as well as the satisfaction of helping people at risk: ~25 days pro-rata annual leave plus public holidays ~ Flexible working options ~ Buying additional annual leave ~ Comprehensive induction and training ~ Counselling, financial, personal support and health and well-being services via our Employee Assistance Programme ~ Cycle to work scheme ~ Discounted laptops and computers with Jamie’s Computers ~ Electric Car Scheme ~ To learn more about their membership benefits or to sign up, you can visit their official website. Cycle to work scheme Discounted laptops and computers with Jamie’s Computers Employer pension contributions via salary sacrifice Flexible working opportunities Counselling, financial, personal support, and health and well-being services via our Employee Assistance Programme
Hiring: Database Facilitator employer: The Society of St James
The Society of St James (SSJ) is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community, particularly in Hampshire. With over 50 years of experience, SSJ offers a supportive work culture that values its staff as its greatest assets, providing generous benefits such as flexible working options, comprehensive training, and well-being services. Joining SSJ means being part of a dynamic team committed to equal opportunities and making a difference in the lives of those facing homelessness and substance use challenges.
