Opiate Recovery Coordinator

Belmont Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Opiate Recovery Coordinator to support individuals affected by opiate use. The role involves managing a caseload, developing personalized recovery plans, and working closely with service users. Ideal candidates will have experience in drug and alcohol services and strong communication skills. This position offers £20.00 per hour in a supportive team environment committed to ongoing training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working in drug and alcohol services, specifically with opiate users.
• Strong understanding of substance misuse, safeguarding, and recovery models.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of service users with opiate misuse issues.
• Carry out comprehensive assessments and risk management plans.
• Develop and review individual recovery care plans.
• Provide regular keyworking sessions and liaise with prescribers and clinical teams.
• Support service users in accessing detox, rehab, and wider support services.
• Maintain accurate case notes and ensure compliance with service standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Motivational interviewing

Record-keeping

Education

Relevant qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals affected by opiate use? We're currently recruiting for an experienced Opiate Recovery Coordinator to join a dedicated team providing vital support to those on their recovery journey.

About the Role:

As an Opiate Recovery Coordinator, you'll work closely with service users to develop and deliver personalised recovery plans. You'll provide one-to-one keyworking support, complete comprehensive assessments, and coordinate access to appropriate treatments and interventions - including substitute prescribing, psychosocial interventions, and harm reduction services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of service users with opiate misuse issues
• Carry out comprehensive assessments and risk management plans
• Develop and review individual recovery care plans
• Provide regular keyworking sessions and liaise with prescribers and clinical teams
• Support service users in accessing detox, rehab, and wider support services
• Maintain accurate case notes and ensure compliance with service standards
• Work in partnership with external agencies, including housing, mental health and criminal justice services

Requirements:

• Experience working in drug and alcohol services, specifically with opiate users
• Strong understanding of substance misuse, safeguarding, and recovery models
• Excellent communication, motivational interviewing, and record-keeping skills
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice guidelines
• [Desirable] Relevant qualification in Health and Social Care, Substance Misuse, or equivalent

What We Offer:

• £20.00 per hour
• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Join a forward-thinking organisation that's committed to improving lives and empowering individuals on their path to recovery.

Apply now to make a meaningful impact and be part of a compassionate, skilled team