Young People’s Substance Use Worker — Impactful Role

Cranstoun Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse benefits package

Health cash plans

Gym membership discounts

Store discounts

Job summary

A social justice and harm reduction charity in Oxford seeks individuals for a permanent position to support children and young people affected by substance use. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, engaging with young individuals in various settings, and conducting assessments to deliver psychosocial interventions. Ideal candidates will demonstrate community engagement experience, effective communication, and teamwork. This role requires a commitment to equal opportunities and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience of community engagement and delivering group work.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to liaise with and build effective working relationships with other agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of children and young people predominantly in the northwest of Oxfordshire.
• Engage with young people in settings such as schools, colleges, partner agencies, and community venues.
• Conduct specialist assessments, care planning, and deliver evidence-based psychosocial interventions.

Skills

Community engagement experience

Group work delivery

Effective communication skills

Team collaboration

Independence

Job description

A social justice and harm reduction charity in Oxford seeks individuals for a permanent position to support children and young people affected by substance use. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, engaging with young individuals in various settings, and conducting assessments to deliver psychosocial interventions. Ideal candidates will demonstrate community engagement experience, effective communication, and teamwork. This role requires a commitment to equal opportunities and offers a comprehensive benefits package.