Recovery Workers - Glasgow (Permanent and Fixed Term)

We Are With You

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Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic Recovery Workers who are motivated to work as part of a thriving and diverse team, ensuring recovery opportunities are available for individuals at any point in their recovery journey.

Main duties of the job

You will work as part of a team with the aims of: understanding your clients keeping them safe creating a plan they can achieve with your support checking in with them and reviewing their progress keeping accurate and timely records of your contact with them working effectively with other social care providers e.g. Housing, to cover all aspects of their successful recovery continuously learning and reflecting to improve the outcomes for your clients supporting your colleagues across the service to deliver excellent care There will be assessments to carry out and records you need to keep and update, that's all part of our professional commitment and service to our clients and commissioners.

About us

Everyone should feel comfortable getting the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol or mental health. At We Are With You we work with people on their own goals, whether that's staying safe and healthy, making small changes or stopping an unwanted habit altogether. We give people support in a way that's right for them either face to face in their local service, community or online. We provide a free and confidential service without judgement to more than 100,000 people a year. We use our expertise to improve the help available and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health so that more people can get support. We Are With You.

Date posted

23 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,000 to £25,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

recroot-5495-50855-39

Job locations

Glasgow

G20 9PX

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our vibrant and busy services in Glasgow provides support to people concerned about their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use. We have 2 Recovery Hubs, one each in in Maryhill and Bridgeton, however much of our work is carried out in the local community. We work with people at all stages on their journey providing both one to one appointments and group work. You will strive to work collaboratively with partners and communities, ensuring that we are as accessible as possible and that the principles of a Recovery Oriented System of Care and true person centred practice are at the heart of all that we do. An SVQ Level 3 in Social Services and Health care is essential for this post. There are several posts available as below, please inidicate which role(s) you are interested in as part of your application: North West Glasgow Recovery Hub - 1 full time permanent post, 1 full time, fixed term post until August 2025 North East Glasgow Recovery Hub - 1 full time permanent post, 1 full time, fixed term post until August 2025 The salary range for these positions is £23, 821.35 - £31,762.50 per annum, dependent on experience. If you think this could be the career for you, take the first step and apply now to join our amazing team. We are looking for positive and motivated candidates who are able to communicate with a wide range of people and in different settings. You will also be organised with excellent time management skills. Benefits What we offer

Competitive salary

28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

2 days paid volunteer leave per year

Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme

Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands

Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing

We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS/PVG check. Additional Information All applicants should submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role - please ensure you confirm which role(s) you are interested in as part of your application. Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised. Diversity Statement As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. We are looking for positive and motivated candidates who are able to communicate with a wide range of people and in different settings. You will also be organised with excellent time management skills.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Competitive salary

28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

2 days paid volunteer leave per year

Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme

Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands

Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Attained SVQ level 3 in Social Services & Healthcare or equivalent
Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or meet the registration requirements
You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced PVG check
A full job description and person specification is available on request

Experience

Essential

To be successful in this role you will:
have some experience of working in a health, social care, or related setting
have some experience of delivering services in a community setting
have knowledge and understanding of delivering evidence-based interventions
have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise you work
able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion and be happy to support other With You locations when needed

Desirable

Ideally you will also have previous experience of working or volunteering with people who misuse substances. We welcome applications from those with lived experience.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Attained SVQ level 3 in Social Services & Healthcare or equivalent
Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or meet the registration requirements
You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced PVG check
A full job description and person specification is available on request

Experience

Essential

To be successful in this role you will:
have some experience of working in a health, social care, or related setting
have some experience of delivering services in a community setting
have knowledge and understanding of delivering evidence-based interventions
have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise you work
able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion and be happy to support other With You locations when needed

Desirable

Ideally you will also have previous experience of working or volunteering with people who misuse substances. We welcome applications from those with lived experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.