Recovery Worker

Your new companyYour new organisation's mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. Their aim is to work together to challenge stigma and oppression, by creating a respectful environment.Your new roleThe successful candidate will provide support to service users in a safe environment. They will work closely with people suffering from drug and alcohol addiction, providing clients with support from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey. They will do so by providing screenings, assessments, psychosocial interventions, recovery planning and onward referrals. Other responsibilities will include 1-1 key work, POD and group work and clinical interventions.What you'll need to succeed6 MONTHS EXPERIENCE AS A RECOVERY WORKER: ESSENTIALExcellent understanding of drug and alcohol issues and experience of working in a related field.Experience working within similar environments.Excellent communication skillsTeamwork skillsAbility to navigate a challenging situationPost subject to enhanced DBS checkWhat you'll get in returnMonday to Friday, 9 to 5 hours.Competitive salary. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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