Family Practitioner within substance misuse - Essex STaRS

The Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan; Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving family dynamics and reducing substance misuse harms. As a Band 7 Family Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in delivering integrated family interventions, working collaboratively with various services to support families affected by substance misuse. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on health, social, and psychological aspects of families in need. With flexible working options and a commitment to professional development, this role is perfect for passionate professionals looking to enhance their careers while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Season Ticket Loans

NHS Staff Discounts

Training and Development Opportunities

Buying and Selling Annual Leave Scheme

Flexible Working Options

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Social Work or Nursing required.
• Experience in Substance Misuse is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as an expert consultant regarding parental substance misuse.
• Support social workers in assessments and interventions.

Skills

Substance Misuse Expertise

Assessment Skills

Communication Skills

Holistic Care Provision

Education

Professional Qualification in Social Work

Professional Qualification in Nursing

Tools

Driving License

Job description

A Vacancy at Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Job Opportunity: Band 7 Family Practitioner

We are seeking a Nurse or Social Worker for a Band 7 Family Practitioner role within Essex STaRS, collaborating with the Essex Drug and Alcohol Partnership and Children's and Families services in Northeast and West Essex. This role aims to deliver integrated 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, improve family functioning, and positively impact health, social, psychological, legal, and criminal aspects of these families.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Act as an expert consultant to social care staff regarding parental substance misuse.
2. Support social workers in assessments and interventions with families affected by parental substance misuse.
3. Raise awareness about the impact of substance misuse on parenting within social care services.
4. Promote effective communication and joint working between Children's Social Care and Adult Substance Misuse Services.

The post is employed by Essex STaRS but involves working across EEC's Children and Family Services and Essex Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services.

Benefits and Opportunities:

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS staff discounts
• Training and development opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• Opportunity to work bank shifts and expand experience
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Flexible working options from day one

Join our Staff bank to work shifts at trust hospitals and community settings, providing high-quality, evidence-based care. All permanent staff are enrolled automatically, with options to work additional shifts if desired.

Role Expectations:

Provide high-quality, holistic care aligned with professional and trust standards to families with substance misuse concerns, ensuring access to appropriate services and supporting informed decision-making. Collaborate with treatment providers to minimize contact duration with social care and offer advice, support, and information on harm reduction, treatment, and recovery services. Facilitate assessments, recovery planning, and interventions, including detoxification support for adults and families involved with social care.

Essential Criteria:

• Professional qualification in Social Work or Nursing
• Experience in Substance Misuse
• Driving license (Car Driver)

This advert closes on Tuesday, 6 May 2025.