Waking Night Support Worker - Linwood House

UK Addiction Treatment Centres; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee of the Month Scheme

Blue Light Card

Wellness Programme with BUPA

Free Training and Development

Birthday Off

Company Pension Scheme

Free On-site Parking

Employee Appreciation Days

Job summary

UK Addiction Treatment Centres is hiring for a Waking Night Support Worker at Linwood House, Barnsley (S71). The role is on-site with a night shift pattern 19:30–08:00, 4 on/4 off, and a pay of £12.71 per hour for 43.75 hours per week.

You will support clients in recovery, assist therapists with risk plans, manage records, and help with daily living tasks and transport to appointments. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting clients in recovery or similar settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Empathy, boundary-setting and non-judgemental approach.

Responsibilities

• Offer information and support to clients incl. aftercare referrals.
• Assist with risk management plans and reviews with Therapists.
• Ensure clients follow program rules and support breaches investigations.
• Conduct intakes, assessments and discharges efficiently.
• Maintain accurate client records and databases.
• Support with transportation to external appointments as needed.
• Assist with day-to-day operations and life skills support.

Skills

Night shift experience

Excellent communication

Organisation & time management

Independent worker

Empathy & boundary-setting

Tools

Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Waking Night Support Worker (Recovery)

Linwood House, Barnsley, S71

£12.71 per hour

43.75 hours per week on rolling 2 week rota

Shifts: 19:30 - 08:00 4 on - 4 off shift pattern

Do you have a passion to help people? Come and work for The UK's leading Alcohol & Drug Rehab provider. Our mission is to provide high quality, person-centred, safe and effective treatment. We believe that anyone experiencing challenges with addiction & mental health is able to recover and achieve their true potential.

Join our mission as a Waking Night Support Worker, at our centre Linwood House, Barnsley!

Why Join UKAT as a Waking Night Support Worker?

• Employee of the Month Scheme – You could receive up to £100 each month!
• Blue Light Card – Enjoy thousands of discounts at your favourite retailers.
• Wellness Programme with BUPA – Your health and well-being are a priority.
• Free Training and Development – Grow your skills with our ongoing opportunities.
• Birthday Off – Celebrate your special day with an extra day off!
• Company Pension Scheme – Plan for your future with our pension plan.
• Free On-site Parking – Hassle-free parking available for our team.
• Employee Appreciation Days – Win prizes and recognition for outstanding contributions.

Our Core Values:

At the heart of everything we do are our four core values:

Understanding – listening, empathising, and responding to individual needs.

Kindness – treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion.

Accountability – taking responsibility for our actions and maintaining high standards.

Teamwork – working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.

Main Responsibilities of the Waking Night Support Worker:

• Offer advice, information, and support to clients, including referrals for aftercare focused on maintaining an abstinent lifestyle.
• Assist Therapists with risk management plans and reviews.
• Ensure clients follow program rules, supporting the manager in investigating breaches, including substance testing.
• Conduct intakes, assessments, and discharges efficiently.
• Keep accurate client records and maintain databases.
• Facilitate transfers between agencies and services for clients.
• Support clients with medication reminders, conduct audits, and maintain accurate records.
• Work with clients to create recovery plans that are realistic and achievable.
• Help clients attend external appointments in line with their care plans, providing transport support or accompanying them as needed.
• Assist with day-to-day operations, helping clients manage practical aspects of daily living such as life skills, housing, and benefits.

Desirable Criteria:

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively on your own.
• Strong negotiation and boundary-setting skills.
• Ability to create and review risk management plans.
• Empathy and a non-judgemental, calm approach.
• Capacity to handle high-pressure situations.
• Great customer service skills.

What to Expect from Our Recruitment Process:

• If successful in your initial application, our talent acquisition specialist will contact you to discuss the role further.
• You’ll then be invited for a face-to-face interview following a successful phone call.
• After the interview, we’ll inform you of the outcome within 5 - 7 working days.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible to all