Assertive Outreach Worker - ROAR

Turning Point UK; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals facing substance use challenges. As an Assertive Outreach Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing support and advice, helping service users achieve their potential. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression through structured learning pathways. If you are passionate about helping others and possess the qualities of empathy, patience, and strong communication skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a real impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of substance use issues and a passion for helping others.
• Experience with group interventions and one-on-one client work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality outreach support across Rochdale.
• Support service users in achieving their potential and making lasting changes.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Patience

IT Skills

Job description

Please Note: A Full UK Driving License and Access to a Vehicle are Essential Requirements.

At Turning Point, we support people across England with substance use problems. As an Assertive Outreach Worker, you’ll make a real difference by providing support and advice to help our service users achieve their potential. If you are passionate about helping people, you'll enjoy the scope and support to develop your career within a supportive team.

We operate health facilities and services on a not-for-profit basis, reinvesting every penny into our care and our staff. If you're ambitious and committed to helping individuals recover from substance use and make lasting changes, we want to hear from you.

We offer a starting salary of £23,152, with annual pay progression up to £25,550. Depending on experience, you may be offered a higher starting salary.

Opportunities for career progression are available through structured learning pathways, enabling you to achieve your long-term goals, whether progressing into management or becoming a specialist as an Advanced Substance Use Practitioner.

Role Responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity to join the ROAR Partnership team, which is committed to delivering high-quality outreach support. We seek a dedicated individual willing to work across Rochdale, including both locality hubs and community sites, with mobility being essential.

The Ideal Candidate

You should have a good understanding of issues related to substance use and a genuine passion for the field. While previous experience, whether voluntary or paid, is advantageous, the most important qualities are flexibility, patience, and the ability to empathize with service users. Maintaining high moral standards, being non-judgmental, and understanding complex needs are crucial.

Experience facilitating group interventions and working one-on-one with clients is preferred. Good IT and communication skills are essential, and previous outreach experience is desirable.

Salary: Starting at £23,152, with annual progression up to £25,550.