Substance Use Recovery Worker

Teqniq is searching for a Substance Use Recovery Worker to work in the public sector.

37 hours per week.

3 months contract.

09:00-17:00

Requirements:

• Effective case management of service users with substance use issues; • To carry out comprehensive substance use assessments including assessment of personal strengths and identification of any risk factors; • Formulate, monitor and review risk assessments and risk management plans that effectively safeguard and protect service users and families/carers from harm; • To develop person centred recovery plans using a strengthsbased approach in partnership with service users and others involved in their support network; • Maintain a high standard of case notes and prepare and present narrative reports as required; • Effective delivery of Group intervention sessions; • Consistent, timely and accurate collection, recording and reporting of data and information relating to a client treatment journey; • Ensuring achievement of key performance indicators relevant to your role; • Effective multiagency working with statutory and nonstatutory agencies in relation to the wider presenting needs and complexities of service users; • Deliver and support harm reduction interventions, including needle exchange and access to physical health care including BBV and health screening; • Ensuring all paperwork and recording in accordance with Turning Point policy and procedure and follow information governance guidelines.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Substance use knowledge; • Experience and knowledge of effective caseload management; • Demonstrable skills and knowledge in assessing risk presented by clients to themselves and others; • Knowledge of engagement and intervention strategies; • Harm reduction, suicide and self-harm aware; • Organised with IT skills; • Ability to manage own time, prioritise activities and maintain accountability for your work; • Experience of working in partnership with different agencies; • Maintain clear professional boundaries.

Desirable:

• Relevant professional qualification.

TEQ-0725-RQ1539169

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