At a Glance
- Tasks: Support patients with drug or alcohol needs during their hospital stay and plan their recovery.
- Company: Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving lives in the community.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension contributions, professional development, and wellness initiatives.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to equal opportunities and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives by helping them transition to recovery.
- Qualifications: Experience in substance misuse or mental health and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 37000 - 44962 £ per year.
As a Hospital Liaison Worker (In-Reach), you will play a key role in providing specialist assessments, brief interventions and discharge planning for patients presenting with drug or alcohol related needs. Working in partnership with Dorset County Hospital and the Addictions Team, you will help ensure safe, coordinated transitions from hospital to community treatment to reduce relapse and prevent hospital readmission.
Responsibilities
- Provide in-reach support to patients within the hospital setting, completing assessments and appropriate interventions.
- Co‑develop multi‑agency discharge plans and care pathways to support sustained recovery.
- Work closely with hospital teams including Psychiatric Liaison, Emergency Department, Maternity and Addictions Services.
- Maintain effective links with external services such as GPs, community treatment, outreach, housing, prison and justice services.
- Offer advice, guidance and training to healthcare professionals on recognising and managing drug and alcohol related issues.
- Contribute to improved treatment outcomes, quality of care and patient experience.
Qualifications and skills
- Experience working in substance misuse, mental health or a related health/social care setting.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships.
- Understanding of the challenges faced by individuals affected by drug and alcohol use.
- Passion for supporting people to make healthy changes and improve their quality of life.
- Commitment to working with a diverse population and a passion for helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives.
Benefits
- 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
- Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
- Life assurance (3× annual salary)
- Enhanced sick pay and family‑friendly pay
- Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
- Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
- 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
- Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
- £500 Recommend a Friend bonus
- Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
- Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
- Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Equal Opportunities
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme and provide adjustments to enable fair participation.
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As a Hospital Liaison Worker with Waythrough, you will join a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of individuals facing substance misuse challenges. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our generous benefits package, including 27 days of annual leave, professional development opportunities, and a strong focus on work-life balance. Located in the heart of Dorset, we foster a collaborative work culture that values diversity and empowers staff to grow while providing essential support to our community.
