Recovery Practitioner - Bournemouth

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity is seeking a Recovery Practitioner to work on-site in Bournemouth. This role involves assisting clients in their recovery journey, supporting their reintegration, and advocating for partnership services. Ideal for those with a strong understanding of substance misuse and a passion for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with substance misuse issues.
• Solid knowledge of interventions and best practices in drug and alcohol services.
• Ability to effectively manage change while prioritising client interests.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in identifying their recovery path.
• Minimise harm caused by drugs and alcohol.
• Support social reintegration of service users.

Skills

Understanding of substance misuse issues

Knowledge of drug and alcohol services

Change management ability

Job description

Recovery Practitioner - Bournemouth

We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Practitioner to join a national charity on an initial temporary basis.

You would be required on-site from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

This role is ideal for someone who has experience dealing with substance misuse issues and is looking to advance their career within an organisation that supports personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist clients when they first join the programme and identify the best course of action for their recovery.
2. Minimise the harm caused by drugs and alcohol to clients and the community.
3. Act as an advocate for partnership services.
4. Support service users with social (re)integration to help them lead meaningful lives, encouraging self-determination, resilience, and recovery.
5. Facilitate group sessions providing structured information at different stages of recovery.

Experience Required:

1. Thorough understanding of substance misuse issues or previous experience in a related field.
2. Solid knowledge of drug and alcohol services, interventions, and best practices.
3. Ability to manage change effectively while prioritising service users' interests.
4. Understanding of information governance procedures and adherence to safety measures.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency specialising in interim, contract, and temporary roles. We are an equal opportunities employer, and job suitability is assessed based on merit, skills, qualifications, and abilities.