Outreach Recovery Worker – Housing & Addiction Support

We Are With You; Penzance; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in West Cornwall is seeking Outreach Recovery Workers to provide support to individuals facing drug and alcohol challenges. The role involves working with vulnerable populations, ensuring access to treatment, and collaborating with local agencies. Applicants should have resilience, experience in outreach or related fields, and a full UK driving license. The position offers flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and generous benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Extra day off for birthday

Enhanced parental leave

Paid volunteer leave

Pension scheme enrollment

Discount card access

Flexible working opportunities

Referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in outreach or related fields is beneficial.
• Understanding challenges faced by homeless individuals.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport required.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach support to individuals with drug and alcohol issues.
• Conduct assessments for access to treatment.
• Build relationships with local agencies for coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate case notes and reports.
• Monitor client progress and adapt care plans.

Skills

Resilience

Relationship building

Ability to prioritize

Knowledge of health and safety

Understanding of homelessness

Education

OCN/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

A community support organization in West Cornwall is seeking Outreach Recovery Workers to provide support to individuals facing drug and alcohol challenges. The role involves working with vulnerable populations, ensuring access to treatment, and collaborating with local agencies. Applicants should have resilience, experience in outreach or related fields, and a full UK driving license. The position offers flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and generous benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.