Outreach Worker (Hospitals) (Ref:0014ZB)

TN United Kingdom; Truro; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Cornwall seeks a full-time Outreach Worker to support individuals facing substance use issues. The role involves community outreach, collaboration with healthcare services, and requires a full driver's license. Join a dedicated team making a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Two days paid volunteer leave annually

Auto-enrollment into pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Flexible working and wellbeing resources

Refer a Friend scheme with £500 bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in health, social care, or related settings.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice.
• Ability to manage own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Community work across Cornwall from a trauma-informed perspective.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary partners in safeguarding and healthcare.
• Provide rapid response to individuals with substance use issues.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

IT competence

Education

OCN/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

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Outreach Worker (Hospitals) (Ref:0014ZB), Truro

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Client:

We Are With You

Location:

Truro, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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About the Role

All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter explaining why they should be considered for this role. Applications without a covering letter will not be accepted.

The closing date for applications is 22nd May 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close sooner if sufficient applications are received.

We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. Successful candidates will join the adult community team, working alongside in-house services including outreach, hospital, clinical, criminal justice, and residential rehabilitation facilities.

WithYou is committed to working with clients to find the right path for them. Join our dedicated team to make a difference.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Outreach Worker in our Cornwall services, based in Truro. This role involves community work across Cornwall from a trauma-informed perspective. A full driver's license and access to a car are required due to the outreach nature of this role.

The Hospital Outreach Service offers rapid response to individuals frequenting the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro with issues related to substance use.

The team collaborates within a multidisciplinary model with partners in safeguarding, housing, homelessness, domestic abuse, healthcare, and mental health services.

• Evidence of ongoing professional development & OCN/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, or willingness to achieve within 12 months
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle
• Experience in health, social care, or related settings
• Successful experience working with substance misuse clients
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice
• Ability to manage own caseload
• Knowledge of safeguarding processes
• Understanding barriers to healthcare for people with substance use issues
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• IT competence
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and support colleagues

About Company

WithYou provides free, confidential support to over 100,000 people annually across England and Scotland, dealing with issues related to drugs, alcohol, and mental health.

Our name reflects our mission: a positive space for progress, connection, and support tailored to individual needs.

Our staff change lives. If you're passionate about helping others, we want to hear from you.

DE&I

We are committed to an inclusive culture that values diverse voices and experiences. We encourage applications from underrepresented communities, including those with lived experience, disabilities, from racialized communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, all ages, and armed forces veterans.

We support veterans through a guaranteed interview scheme if they meet essential criteria and are part of our Disability Confident Employer program, offering adjustments during the application process.

Benefits include:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday or a special occasion
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Two days paid volunteer leave annually
• Auto-enrollment into pension scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Flexible working and wellbeing resources
• Refer a Friend scheme with a £500 bonus for successful referrals after 6 months of employment