Substance Misuse Recovery Specialist (Prison Care)

Practice Plus Group; Appleton Thorn; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services provider seeks a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for a full-time role at HMP Thorn Cross in Appleton Thorn. You will support a caseload of patients with individual and group sessions focused on recovery from substance misuse. Key qualifications include relevant experience or certification within the substance misuse framework. The role offers opportunities for professional development and a salary ranging from £29,264 to £33,510 per annum.

Benefits

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

Professional development opportunities

24/7 employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Experience of working within substance misuse in community or secure settings.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary framework (housing, social care, etc.) is a bonus.
• Knowledge of SMART and running group sessions is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a caseload of 35-45 patients, delivering individual support.
• Deliver group sessions across the substance misuse service.
• Plan for prisoner discharge/release, ensuring ongoing care.
• Deliver outstanding psycho-social care tailored to individuals.

Skills

Experience in substance misuse

Group session facilitation

Relapse prevention

Psycho-social care

Education

Relevant qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

A health services provider seeks a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker for a full-time role at HMP Thorn Cross in Appleton Thorn. You will support a caseload of patients with individual and group sessions focused on recovery from substance misuse. Key qualifications include relevant experience or certification within the substance misuse framework. The role offers opportunities for professional development and a salary ranging from £29,264 to £33,510 per annum.