Recovery Worker

Sanctuary Personnel Limited; Hertford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Location Benefits

Professional Development

Flexibility

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel Limited is recruiting a Recovery Worker for a 3-month contract in Hertford, Hertfordshire. You will support service users from entry into the service through assessment, treatment planning, and discharge, applying harm-reduction approaches and recovery-focused care.

This locum role offers 37.5 hours per week at £23.00 per hour, with a view to extensions. You will work across group programmes and one-to-one sessions, making a positive difference in the community.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health & Social Care, Substance Misuse, Counselling, or a related discipline.
• Willingness to work towards a relevant qualification.
• Desirable training in motivational interviewing or psychosocial interventions.
• Experience supporting adults with drug/alcohol misuse.

Responsibilities

• Support service users from entry into the service through assessment, treatment, recovery planning, and discharge.
• Complete screenings, risk assessments, and personalised recovery plans.
• Deliver one-to-one key-working sessions, psychosocial interventions, harm reduction advice, and recovery-focused support.
• Facilitate structured group programmes and workshops covering relapse prevention, wellbeing, relationships, sleep management, and resilience.
• Promote service user involvement, peer support, community engagement, and access to mutual aid and recovery networks.

Skills

Caseload management

Key-working

Communication skills

Harm reduction knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Willingness to pursue qualification

Tools

DBS update service

Job description

JOB-20240911-46972578

Job Title:
Recovery Worker

Specialism:
Substance Misuse

Location:
Hertford, Hertfordshire

Salary:
£23.00 Hourly

Type:
3-Month Contract (Potential Extension), 5 Days a Week, 37.5 Hours

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal role as a Locum Recovery Worker in the heart of Hertford, Hertfordshire. Join us on a rewarding journey where you can make a significant impact in the lives of individuals overcoming substance misuse issues. Dive into this 3-month contract with the possibility of extension, earning £23.00 hourly, and enrich your career while contributing positively to the community.

Perks and benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Embrace work-life balance with a consistent 5-day a week schedule, totalling 37.5 hours, providing you with ample time to explore personal interests.
• Location Benefits: The dynamic environment of Hertford offers a vibrant community and picturesque landscapes, perfect for unwinding after a fulfilling workday.
• Professional Development: Gain diverse experience and expand your professional network, which enhances your career prospects and personal growth.
• Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of locum work, allowing you to tailor your career journey to your lifestyle.

What you will do

• Support service users from entry into the service through assessment, treatment, recovery planning, and successful discharge.
• Complete comprehensive screenings, risk assessments, and personalised recovery plans in accordance with organisational policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Deliver one-to-one key-working sessions, psychosocial interventions, harm reduction advice, and recovery-focused support.
• Facilitate structured group programmes and workshops covering topics such as relapse prevention, wellbeing, relationships, sleep management, and resilience.
• Promote service user involvement, peer support, community engagement, and access to mutual aid and recovery networks.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Health & Social Care, Substance Misuse, Counselling, or a related discipline, or willingness to work towards a relevant qualification.
• Training in motivational interviewing, psychosocial interventions, or recovery-focused practice is desirable.

Experience

• Experience supporting adults affected by drug and/or alcohol misuse within health, social care, community, housing, or criminal justice services.
• Experience managing complex caseloads and engaging hard-to-reach or vulnerable individuals.

Requirements

• DBS on the update service.
• Proven experience in substance misuse (drugs & alcohol).
• Strong caseload management and key-working skills.
• Good understanding of harm reduction and recovery models.

Hertford, Hertfordshire, is not just where you work but also a place to call home. With a rich history, vibrant cultural scene, and an abundance of green spaces, it provides a stimulating environment for both work and leisure. Join us in this impactful role and make a difference in a community that is both welcoming and inspiring.