HCA - Prison Cleared Substance Misuse

Austin Dean Healthcare Recruitment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment firm is seeking a Prison-Cleared Healthcare Support Worker to join the Drug & Alcohol Recovery Team within a prison in Stockton-on-Tees. This rewarding role involves supporting patients undergoing withdrawal from substance misuse, conducting assessments, and delivering compassionate care. Ideal candidates will have prison clearance and experience in substance misuse services.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Weekly payroll with flexible payment options

Personalised consultant support

Access to thousands of shifts across the UK

Qualifications

• Current prison clearance and experience in a secure environment.
• Experience in substance misuse services is required.
• Practical knowledge of CIWA and COWS assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out patient assessments for withdrawal symptoms.
• Apply clinical assessment tools for alcohol and opioid withdrawal.
• Support multidisciplinary teams in patient care.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of CIWA and COWS

Job description

Overview

Prison-Cleared Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) - Substance Misuse (DART Service)

Location: Stockton-on-Tees, Durham

Band: B3 HCSW

Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:30 (approx.)

Austin Dean Recruitment is seeking an experienced, prison-cleared Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) to join the Drug & Alcohol Recovery Team (DART Service) within a prison in Stockton-on-Tees.

This is a rewarding opportunity in a challenging environment, where you will play a vital role in supporting patients undergoing withdrawal from substance misuse and alcohol dependency.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments for patients presenting with withdrawal from alcohol or opioids.
• Apply recognised clinical assessment tools:
• CIWA (Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol)
• COWS (Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale)
• Support the multidisciplinary team in the safe management of withdrawal symptoms.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care in line with prison healthcare standards.

Qualifications

• Current prison clearance and proven experience in a secure environment.
• Previous experience within substance misuse services.
• Working knowledge and practical application of CIWA and COWS assessment tools.
• Strong assessment, observation, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates.
• Weekly payroll with flexible payment options (PAYE, Umbrella, Ltd).
• A dedicated consultant for personalised support.
• Access to thousands of shifts across the UK.

If you meet the criteria and are ready for a challenging yet highly rewarding role, apply today and join our specialist prison healthcare team