Job summary
Please Note: A Full UK Driving License and Access to a Vehicle is an Essential Requirement.
At Turning Point we provide services across the whole country which deliver end to end drug and alcohol treatment and support, family services, housing advice and support for those in contact with the criminal justice system, needle exchange services, and custody outreach. We are specialist in delivering whole treatment system approaches across counties, this has led to a reduction in people falling through gaps between services and has delivered improved outcomes.
Turning Point supports people across the UK with substance misuse issues and we are currently recruiting for a Young Persons Recovery Worker. You will join our integrated service which delivers treatment across Somerset. Our specialist Young Persons Team delivers substance misuse treatment to service under 18s and young adults up to the age of 25 who want to make changes to their substance use.
As a Young Persons Recovery Worker we offer a starting salary of £23,000 rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £27,000 per year. (Dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial starting salary).
You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths.
Main duties of the job
You will support a caseload of Young People and Young Adults; undertaking assessments, developing person centred recovery plans and running evidence based substance misuse interventions in groups and on a 1:2:1 basis. You will deliver interventions both face to face and via telephone and video technology where appropriate.
Multi-agency working with partner agencies including Youth Offending Teams, Schools, Police, Childrens Homes and Social Services is an essential part of this role. You will spend your time out and about, working within an outreach approach. This work includes going into Schools and colleges across the borough providing presentations to groups and seeing young people wherever the need is identified.
Whether you are looking to progress into a management and leadership role or to be a specialist in your field as an Advanced Substance Misuse Practitioner at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey.
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job we offer you a career.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are
able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
(Please see attached Role Profile)
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether
its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and
celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in
every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
- Comprehensive learning and
development opportunities so we can invest in your future
were proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose
from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
- 28 days paid holiday a
year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option
to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
- An exclusive discounts hub
for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high
street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and
much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more
discounts and savings!
- Flexible working solutions
to support your work-life balance
- Life Assurance of up to 3x
annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and
security
- Access to our Rightsteps
Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions,
access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to
support your total wellbeing
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance
Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you
and your immediate family
- Recognition awards to recognise
colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service
bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
- Flexible benefit options
including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
- A £300 bonus if you
successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend
scheme, as a thanks from us!
Job description
Job responsibilities
(Please see attached Role Profile)
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether
its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and
celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in
every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
- Comprehensive learning and
development opportunities so we can invest in your future
were proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose
from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
- 28 days paid holiday a
year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option
to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
- An exclusive discounts hub
for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high
street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and
much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more
discounts and savings!
- Flexible working solutions
to support your work-life balance
- Life Assurance of up to 3x
annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and
security
- Access to our Rightsteps
Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions,
access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to
support your total wellbeing
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance
Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you
and your immediate family
- Recognition awards to recognise
colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service
bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
- Flexible benefit options
including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
- A £300 bonus if you
successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend
scheme, as a thanks from us!
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Having handled a significant caseload in a busy environment as a Recovery Worker, Outreach Worker or similar, you'll have a deep understanding of substance misuse and the Recovery Agenda. It's an extremely varied role, so flexibility and knowledge of relapse and other barriers to recovery will be vital. Naturally, we also look for Engagement and Prevention workers with excellent communication skills and, ideally, a vocational qualification, such as an NVQ 3 or equivalent.
- The ability to engage with young people and young adults is a fundamental skill required for this role.
- The managing of recovery coordination sessions, compiling risk assessments and risk management plans, care planning and reduction plans are just some of the varied duties you will be providing. As well as delivering presentations and workshops on various topics.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Having handled a significant caseload in a busy environment as a Recovery Worker, Outreach Worker or similar, you'll have a deep understanding of substance misuse and the Recovery Agenda. It's an extremely varied role, so flexibility and knowledge of relapse and other barriers to recovery will be vital. Naturally, we also look for Engagement and Prevention workers with excellent communication skills and, ideally, a vocational qualification, such as an NVQ 3 or equivalent.
- The ability to engage with young people and young adults is a fundamental skill required for this role.
- The managing of recovery coordination sessions, compiling risk assessments and risk management plans, care planning and reduction plans are just some of the varied duties you will be providing. As well as delivering presentations and workshops on various topics.
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.
