Opiate Recovery Coordinator

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals affected by opiate use. As an Opiate Recovery Worker, you will engage with service users, ensuring they receive the right interventions at the right time. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a diverse team, providing unwavering support and advocating for service users. With a commitment to personal growth and continuous learning, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. Elevate your career while helping others reshape their lives.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave

Wellness Hour

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Discounts for Shopping

Career Development Opportunities

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting service users with opiate use.
• Strong communication and IT skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide support throughout the treatment and recovery journey.
• Implement tailored interventions to reduce harm from opiate use.
• Collaborate with community resources for enhanced recovery.

Skills

Interventions for Opiate Use

Verbal and Written Communication

IT Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Mental Health Understanding

Proactive Qualities

Job description

Overview

Believe in People?

The best people have one thing in common.

They care.

At Change Grow Live , our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options.

Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold , our team embodies these principles daily, striving to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest.

Are you wanting to develop your career in positively impacting the lives of individuals who use our Camden service? If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant Camden team.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Opiate Recovery Worker who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs.

Our Camden service thrives as a dynamic and collaborative team, featuring dedicated staff including a service manager, consultant psychiatrists and psychologists, medical professionals, caring nurses, empathetic recovery staff, dedicated volunteers, efficient administrators, and supportive peer mentors.

Location: Tower Hamlets

Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week

Full time Salary Range: £27,449.53 - £31,529.41 Dependent on experience (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time hours)

Allowances: £4,072.06 Inner London Weighting, Pro Rata for part time hours.

Responsibilities

About the Role:

Provide unwavering support to service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.

Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by opiate use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.

Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused detoxification plan, including pre-detox preparation and post-care support.

Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.

Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.

Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.

Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.

About You:

Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by opiate use.

Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.

Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.

Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.

Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.

Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.

Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.

Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.

What We Offer:

25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing annually for first five years.

A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Participation in a contributory pension scheme.

A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.

A warm and supportive team environment.

Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.

Refer a Friend Scheme.

Ready to Begin Your Journey with Change Grow Live?

Apply Today! If you're ready to elevate your career and in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those we work with.

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.

If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)

CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,449.52 - £31,529.41)

ILW / OLW /Fringe

Inner London Weighting (£4,072.06)

Closing Date

21/10/2024