Assertive Outreach Worker in Telford)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking an Assertive Outreach Worker to engage with local communities in Telford. The role involves assessing substance misuse issues and providing tailored support. Ideal candidates should have experience in delivering training and a sympathetic approach to individuals facing challenges. This fixed-term position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing long-term, flexible support tailored to complex needs.
• Ability to recognize signs of substance misuse and conduct screenings.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage with local communities and agencies.
• Assess alcohol and drug-related harms and the need for interventions.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with various agencies.

Skills

Assessment

Support

Record-keeping

Training

Job description

Assertive Outreach Worker

Location: Telford

Salary: £25,842 - £27,882 per annum

Contract: Fixed term until 3rd June 2026, 37 hours per week

We are part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families affected by mental health issues, substance use, gambling, and domestic violence. We believe recovery is unique to each individual, and with the right support, recovery is possible for everyone.

Telford STaRS, a partnership between Inclusion, Aquarius, and Willowdene, is the first contact point for those experiencing drug or alcohol-related issues in Telford and Wrekin. The service is free, confidential, and serves both children and young people aged 10+ and adults 18+. We are seeking a flexible individual with a good understanding of the functional model of substance abuse to join our team.

Your role will involve identifying and engaging with local communities, groups, agencies, and individuals to assess alcohol and drug-related harms and the need for interventions, information, and training. Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with various agencies will be essential. Promoting equality, diversity, and rights throughout your work is also a key responsibility.

You should be able to recognize signs of substance misuse, conduct screenings, assessments, provide support and interventions, and make referrals as needed. Experience in providing long-term, flexible support tailored to complex needs is important, along with strong record-keeping skills. We value energetic self-starters who work well independently and within a team, with experience in delivering training and a genuinely sympathetic approach.

To apply: If you believe you are suitable and wish to work with Waythrough, please follow this link to complete your application: Application Link

We are committed to diversity and welcome applications from those with lived experience and from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.

This is a rolling recruitment process; shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as they apply.

We offer a wide range of apprenticeships to support learning and development. Anyone in a permanent role who has passed probation can apply for relevant apprenticeships.

Aquarius Action Projects, established in 1982 and based in Birmingham, operates nationally in contracts and partnerships. Aquarius is a subsidiary of Waythrough, which specializes in mental health, alcohol, drugs, and related areas.