Family Practitioner within substance misuse - Essex STaRS

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization as a Family Practitioner, focusing on integrated family interventions within drug and alcohol services. This role involves working closely with families impacted by substance misuse, aiming to enhance family functioning and safety. You will collaborate with social care staff, providing expert advice and support in assessments and interventions. The organization values care, learning, and empowerment, offering flexible working options and a range of benefits to enhance your professional journey. Join us in making a positive impact on families in need.

Benefits

Season Ticket Loans

NHS Discounts

Training Opportunities

Leave Scheme Options

Flexible Working Policy

Qualifications

• Experience in working with families affected by substance misuse.
• Knowledge of social care practices and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Act as a consultant to social care staff on parental substance misuse.
• Support social workers in family assessments and interventions.
• Promote communication between social care and substance misuse services.

Skills

Substance Misuse Awareness

Family Intervention Skills

Assessment and Intervention

Effective Communication

Education

Registered Nurse or Social Worker Qualification

Job description

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nurse or Social Worker to apply for the band 7 Family Practitioner within Essex STaRS, working with the Essex Drug and Alcohol Partnership and Children’s and Families services in Northeast and West Essex. This role aims to deliver a more integrated approach to family interventions within drug and alcohol services, focusing on identifying and supporting the needs of the whole family.

The service targets families involved with Essex Children’s Social Care with additional needs related to drug and/or alcohol misuse. Its goal is to reduce substance misuse harms and improve family functioning, including parenting and safety, positively impacting health, social, psychological, legal, and criminal aspects.

Main Duties of the Job

The post holder, employed by Essex STaRS, will work across EEC's Children and Family Services and Essex Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services, with responsibilities including:

1. Acting as an expert consultant to social care staff regarding parental substance misuse.
2. Supporting social workers in assessments and interventions with families where substance misuse is a key issue.
3. Raising awareness about the impact of substance misuse on parenting within social care.
4. Promoting effective communication and joint working between Children’s Social Care and Adult Substance Misuse Services.

Working for Our Organisation

EPUT seeks motivated staff who share its values of Care, Learn, and Empower. Benefits include:

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts
• Training opportunities
• Leave scheme options
• Opportunities to work bank shifts and gain diverse experience
• Salary Sacrifice schemes
• Day One Flexible Employer policy

The Trust supports flexible working and encourages applicants to discuss options with the recruiting manager. New employees can apply for flexible working from day one.

Staff Bank

The EPUT NHS staff bank hires clinical and non-clinical professionals for shifts across trust hospitals and community settings. All permanent staff are enrolled in the staff bank, with no obligation to work additional shifts.

Applicants in fixed-term roles should indicate their interest in joining the staff bank on their paperwork. Priority is given to staff at risk within the organization, and posts may be withdrawn if deemed suitable alternative employment.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Applications should be written by the applicant. Use of AI in applications may lead to rejection, but support is available for those with disabilities.

Professional References

Applicants must provide professional references covering the last three years of employment. Personal or character references are not accepted. Initial DBS checks are the applicant's responsibility, with costs deducted from the first salary.

Additional Information

Applications for Job Share are welcomed. The Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or learning disabilities. Contact details are provided for accessible application formats.

The Trust may close vacancies early and advises checking email regularly. If no contact is made within three weeks post-closing, the application is deemed unsuccessful. Safeguarding and COVID-19 vaccination policies are also outlined.