We Are With You

Recovery Workers

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Job summary

Our Glasgow Recovery Hubs are recruiting for Recovery Workers to join them in providing high quality recovery care to a diverse client group. If you are an enthusiastic and creative individual and are passionate about changing people's lives for the better, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

You will work as part of a team with the aims of: understanding your clients keeping them safe creating a plan they can achieve with your support checking in with them and reviewing their progress keeping accurate and timely records of your contact with them working effectively with other social care providers e.g. Housing, to cover all aspects of their successful recovery continuously learning and reflecting to improve the outcomes for your clients supporting your colleagues across the service to deliver excellent care There will be assessments to carry out and records you need to keep and update, that's all part of our professional commitment and service to our clients and commissioners.

About us

Everyone should feel comfortable getting the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol or mental health. At We Are With You we work with people on their own goals, whether that's staying safe and healthy, making small changes or stopping an unwanted habit altogether. We give people support in a way that's right for them either face to face in their local service, community or online. We provide a free and confidential service without judgement to more than 100,000 people a year. We use our expertise to improve the help available and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health so that more people can get support. We Are With You. IND L

Details

Date posted

14 December 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£22,687 to £31,762 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

recroot-5495-48584-32

Job locations

Glasgow

Glasgow

G40 2QL


Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic Recovery Workers who are motivated to work as part of a thriving and diverse team, ensuring recovery opportunities are available for individuals at any point in their recovery journey. You will strive to work collaboratively with partners and communities, ensuring that we are as accessible as possible and that the principles of a Recovery Oriented System of Care and true person centred practice are at the heart of all that we do. Our vibrant and busy Glasgow Hubs provide support to people concerned about their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use. We have a service base in Maryhill and one in Bridgeton but much of our work is carried out in the local community. We work with people at all stages on their journey providing both one to one appointments and group work. We are determined and always professional in our approach to each and every case and we never judge, we're just here to help. If you think this could be the career for you, take the first step and apply now to join our amazing team. Diversity Statement As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people and armed forces veterans. Benefits What we offer

  • Competitive salary
  • 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
  • Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
  • Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
  • Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
  • We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period
    • Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS/PVG check. Additional Information All applicants should submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic Recovery Workers who are motivated to work as part of a thriving and diverse team, ensuring recovery opportunities are available for individuals at any point in their recovery journey. You will strive to work collaboratively with partners and communities, ensuring that we are as accessible as possible and that the principles of a Recovery Oriented System of Care and true person centred practice are at the heart of all that we do. Our vibrant and busy Glasgow Hubs provide support to people concerned about their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use. We have a service base in Maryhill and one in Bridgeton but much of our work is carried out in the local community. We work with people at all stages on their journey providing both one to one appointments and group work. We are determined and always professional in our approach to each and every case and we never judge, we're just here to help. If you think this could be the career for you, take the first step and apply now to join our amazing team. Diversity Statement As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people and armed forces veterans. Benefits What we offer

  • Competitive salary
  • 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
  • Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
  • Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
  • Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
  • We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period
    • Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS/PVG check. Additional Information All applicants should submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Have attained SVQ level 3 in Social Services & Healthcare or equivalent
    • Already be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or meet the registration requirements
    • You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced PVG check.

    Experience

    Essential

    • We are looking for positive and motivated candidates who are able to communicate with a wide range of people and in different settings. You will also be organised with excellent time management skills.
    • To be successful in this role you will:
    • have some experience of working in a health, social care, or related setting
    • have knowledge and understanding of delivering evidence-based interventions
    • have experience of delivering group work, specifically in outreach and community settings
    • knowledge of health and safety, including assessing clients in high-risk situations
    • have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
    • be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise you work
    • be comfortable using IT and digital media
    • able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion and be happy to support other With You locations when needed
    • Ideally you will also have previous experience of working or volunteering with people who misuse substances. We welcome applications from those with lived experience.
    • A full job description and person specification is available on request.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Have attained SVQ level 3 in Social Services & Healthcare or equivalent
    • Already be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or meet the registration requirements
    • You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced PVG check.

    Experience

    Essential

    • We are looking for positive and motivated candidates who are able to communicate with a wide range of people and in different settings. You will also be organised with excellent time management skills.
    • To be successful in this role you will:
    • have some experience of working in a health, social care, or related setting
    • have knowledge and understanding of delivering evidence-based interventions
    • have experience of delivering group work, specifically in outreach and community settings
    • knowledge of health and safety, including assessing clients in high-risk situations
    • have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
    • be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise you work
    • be comfortable using IT and digital media
    • able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion and be happy to support other With You locations when needed
    • Ideally you will also have previous experience of working or volunteering with people who misuse substances. We welcome applications from those with lived experience.
    • A full job description and person specification is available on request.

    Disclosure and Barring Service Check

    This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

    Employer details

    Employer name

    We Are With You

    Address

    Glasgow

    Glasgow

    G40 2QL


    Employer's website

    https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    We Are With You

    Address

    Glasgow

    Glasgow

    G40 2QL


    Employer's website

    https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Recruitment Manager

    Emily Frost

    Emily.frost@wearewithyou.org.uk

    07811056955

    Details

    Date posted

    14 December 2023

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £22,687 to £31,762 a year

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    recroot-5495-48584-32

    Job locations

    Glasgow

    Glasgow

    G40 2QL


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