Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and motivated team.
Torbay Recovery Initiatives is the community Drug and Alcohol Service in Torbay. We are delivering a range of evidence-based recovery focused interventions to support individuals with drug and alcohol use problems.
We require an individual who is committed to providing high standards of service provision and who can work in partnership with service users, families and carers and the wider recovery community in Torbay.
Main duties of the job
Undertake initial assessment of individuals referred into the service.
Provide a range of evidence-based interventions to individuals assessed as appropriate for treatment from the service
Contribute to the coordination of recovery focused interventions to individuals
Work closely with partner agencies including statutory and non-statutory services to ensure effective delivery and coordination of services.
Monitoring of prescribing interventions which form a component of the individuals recovery journey
Undertake specific interventions to support individuals to address alcohol use problems
To provide a range of evidence-based treatment to individuals with physical and psychological dependency upon illicit drugs or alcohol
For full details of this post please see the attached job description with this advertisement
About us
Why Work With Us
Torbay Recovery Initiatives is a partnership between Torbay and South Devon NHS Trust, Devon Partnership Trusts, Way Through and Jatis. We strive to work in a trauma informed way .
Our service is part of Growth In Action the wider multi complex needs alliance in Torbay. Our vision is that " Where ever you are in your journey, Growth In Action aims to offer hope and choice and connect you to the right person, in the right place, when the time is right for you"
Torbay is a beautiful area of Devon with the coast and the moors at our door steps. Its a wonderful place to live for a great work life balance and wellbeing.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of this post please see the attached job description with this advertisement.
To proactively engage clients within treatment system and in so do minimise the harm to the client resulting from their use of illicit drugs / alcohol.
To work in partnership with non-statutory agencies in the delivery of treatment and psychosocial support to clients.
To work in partnership with service users to ensure that the service provided is appropriate and relevant to their needs
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of this post please see the attached job description with this advertisement.
To proactively engage clients within treatment system and in so do minimise the harm to the client resulting from their use of illicit drugs / alcohol.
To work in partnership with non-statutory agencies in the delivery of treatment and psychosocial support to clients.
To work in partnership with service users to ensure that the service provided is appropriate and relevant to their needs
Person Specification
NMC registration
Essential
desirable
Desirable
- Motivational interviewing skills or willingness to undertake training
valid NMC registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the NMC register
- Experience of working with challenging client group
- Evidence of ability to work within a team
Desirable
- 6 months post qualification preferred
- Understanding of Trauma Informed Practice or willingness to complete training
- Experience of working with people who have substance misuse issues
Person Specification
NMC registration
Essential
desirable
Desirable
- Motivational interviewing skills or willingness to undertake training
valid NMC registration
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the NMC register
- Experience of working with challenging client group
- Evidence of ability to work within a team
Desirable
- 6 months post qualification preferred
- Understanding of Trauma Informed Practice or willingness to complete training
- Experience of working with people who have substance misuse issues
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
