Support Worker – Substance Misuse

TN United Kingdom; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Support Worker in a housing environment, where you can make a significant impact on individuals facing substance misuse and mental health challenges. This role is ideal for someone resilient and adaptable, with a passion for helping vulnerable individuals. You will provide essential support services, liaise with various agencies, and maintain strong relationships with clients. This position offers stability and opportunities for progression, making it a rewarding career choice for those looking to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with diverse needs and backgrounds.
• Knowledge of Housing Support and working with vulnerable individuals.

Responsibilities

• Providing responsive support services to individuals experiencing substance misuse.
• Writing, reviewing, and updating support plans and risk assessments.

Skills

Support for individuals with substance misuse

Mental health support

Record-keeping

Risk assessment

Building trust with clients

Education

NVQ Level 3 in a relevant field

Job description

Support Worker – Substance Misuse, Falmouth

Client: RGB Recruitment

Location: Falmouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 00b2c2545429

Job Views: 3

Posted: 10.05.2025

Expiry Date: 24.06.2025

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Support Worker – Substance Misuse

LOCATION: Covering Truro/Falmouth/Penryn area

SALARY: £14.82 per Hour

DURATION: 3 MONTH POSITION

The Employer:

We are recruiting a Support Worker for a housing environment. The client is a large employer based in the South West, providing jobs for around 1800 people, delivering services across various fields. They offer housing options for different needs, from homelessness support to retirement homes, covering Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset, with stability and progression opportunities.

The Role:

• Providing responsive support services to individuals experiencing substance & alcohol misuse, mental health issues, domestic abuse, and other challenges.
• Liaising with agencies regarding benefits, mental health, substance misuse, housing, and education.
• Offering quality support, building trust, and maintaining relationships with clients.
• Writing, reviewing, and updating support plans and risk assessments positively and proactively.

The Candidate:

• Experience supporting individuals with diverse needs and backgrounds.
• Common sense application and accountability in decision-making.
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships and relationships.
• Experience in record-keeping, action planning, risk assessment, and risk management.
• Knowledge of Housing Support and working with vulnerable individuals, with the ability to assess situations and provide solutions.
• Ideally NVQ Level 3 in a relevant field.
• Resilient, adaptable, friendly, and positive in challenging situations.

Summary:

This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference. It involves working 37 hours over 5 days, including evenings and weekends. A DBS at Enhanced level is required.

Interview:

The client aims to fill this position quickly. If interested, please send your CV promptly for consideration. Contact Carol at RGB Recruitment at 07375412872 for an informal chat or more information.