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NON CYC VACANCYDrug and Alcohol Worker
Location:
7 North Park Road, Harrogate, HG1 5PD
Working Hours:
37 hours per week, Monday-Friday with a late night on Monday until 8pm
About The Service...
North Yorkshire Horizons is a service made up of several key partners including Waythrough, enabling the development of a peer led, recovery community. Providing a safe environment in which people can develop the life skills, and confidence to achieve and maintain recovery and abstinence from their substance misuse, successfully re-integrate into society, and become active, contributing citizens.
About The Role...
As directed by the Project Manager, the Recovery Coordinator will be an integral member of the dynamic multi agency team developing and delivering comprehensive and tailored individual interventions that will include delivery of a full range of structured, psychosocial and clinical support. The post calls for close co-operation with other professionals such as GP’s, practice nurses and pharmacists and will involve delivering clinics from host environments/GP practices.
Key Duties Of The Role Will Include
- Working autonomously to manage a caseload of service users, including delivering a range of psychosocial interventions.
- Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to undertake ongoing assessments, risk assessments, and appropriate referrals within the community.
- Facilitating group sessions with a range of individuals of varying backgrounds.
- Working with partnership agencies to ensure continuity of care and support.
- Providing duty cover for individuals accessing our services.
About You...
- Experience of managing a caseload.
- Knowledge and/or experience of substance misuse.
- Experience supporting vulnerable people, whose lives have been affected by alcohol and/or drug use.
- A relevant qualification in Health and Social Care.
- Able to use Microsoft Office programmes efficiently.
Who Are We...
Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.
We have almost 200 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it’ll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That’s why you will notice the jobs here are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year we’ll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
Thanks for bearing with us – and don’t forget to check out the Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site www.jobsincare.com/job/jblilhV7 .
What Can Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) Offer You...
- Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service)
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
- Death in service benefit
- Free Will writing
- Eyecare vouchers
- Blue light card discount
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
- Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies
- Happy, Healthy You! – our wellbeing offers for our workforce
- Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks
Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) is an equal opportunities employer.
We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear for you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use.
If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at
Please apply using this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jblilhV7 date:
Sunday 3 November 2024 at 12 midnight
Interview:
TBC
City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
NON CYC VACANCY
Drug and Alcohol Worker
Location:
7 North Park Road, Harrogate, HG1 5PD
Working Hours:
37 hours per week, Monday-Friday with a late night on Monday until 8pm
About The Service...
North Yorkshire Horizons is a service made up of several key partners including Waythrough, enabling the development of a peer led, recovery community. Providing a safe environment in which people can develop the life skills, and confidence to achieve and maintain recovery and abstinence from their substance misuse, successfully re-integrate into society, and become active, contributing citizens.
About The Role...
As directed by the Project Manager, the Recovery Coordinator will be an integral member of the dynamic multi agency team developing and delivering comprehensive and tailored individual interventions that will include delivery of a full range of structured, psychosocial and clinical support. The post calls for close co-operation with other professionals such as GP’s, practice nurses and pharmacists and will involve delivering clinics from host environments/GP practices.
Key Duties Of The Role Will Include
About You...
Who Are We...
Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.
We have almost 200 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it’ll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That’s why you will notice the jobs here are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year we’ll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
Thanks for bearing with us – and don’t forget to check out the Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site www.jobsincare.com/job/jblilhV7 .
What Can Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) Offer You...
Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) is an equal opportunities employer.
We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear for you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use.
If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at
Please apply using this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jblilhV7 date:
Sunday 3 November 2024 at 12 midnight
Interview:
TBC
City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
Drug and Alcohol Worker
Location:
7 North Park Road, Harrogate, HG1 5PD
Working Hours:
37 hours per week, Monday-Friday with a late night on Monday until 8pm
About The Service...
North Yorkshire Horizons is a service made up of several key partners including Waythrough, enabling the development of a peer led, recovery community. Providing a safe environment in which people can develop the life skills, and confidence to achieve and maintain recovery and abstinence from their substance misuse, successfully re-integrate into society, and become active, contributing citizens.
About The Role...
As directed by the Project Manager, the Recovery Coordinator will be an integral member of the dynamic multi agency team developing and delivering comprehensive and tailored individual interventions that will include delivery of a full range of structured, psychosocial and clinical support. The post calls for close co-operation with other professionals such as GP’s, practice nurses and pharmacists and will involve delivering clinics from host environments/GP practices.
Key Duties Of The Role Will Include
- Working autonomously to manage a caseload of service users, including delivering a range of psychosocial interventions.
- Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to undertake ongoing assessments, risk assessments, and appropriate referrals within the community.
- Facilitating group sessions with a range of individuals of varying backgrounds.
- Working with partnership agencies to ensure continuity of care and support.
- Providing duty cover for individuals accessing our services.
About You...
- Experience of managing a caseload.
- Knowledge and/or experience of substance misuse.
- Experience supporting vulnerable people, whose lives have been affected by alcohol and/or drug use.
- A relevant qualification in Health and Social Care.
- Able to use Microsoft Office programmes efficiently.
Who Are We...
Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.
We have almost 200 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it’ll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That’s why you will notice the jobs here are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year we’ll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
Thanks for bearing with us – and don’t forget to check out the Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site www.jobsincare.com/job/jblilhV7 .
What Can Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) Offer You...
- Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service)
- Annual leave purchase scheme
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
- Death in service benefit
- Free Will writing
- Eyecare vouchers
- Blue light card discount
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
- Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies
- Happy, Healthy You! – our wellbeing offers for our workforce
- Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks
Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) is an equal opportunities employer.
We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear for you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use.
If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at
Please apply using this link: www.jobsincare.com/job/jblilhV7 date:
Sunday 3 November 2024 at 12 midnight
Interview:
TBC
City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
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Working as a Drug and Alcohol Worker in the UK requires a combination of skills, knowledge, and personal attributes. Here are some of the essential skills and qualifications needed:
Essential Skills
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and other professionals.
- Proficient in active listening, ensuring clients feel heard and understood.
2. Counseling Techniques:
- Understanding various therapeutic approaches (e.g., motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy).
- Ability to provide one-on-one and group support.
3. Empathy and Compassion:
- Being able to show understanding and support toward individuals facing addiction and related issues.
4. Crisis Intervention:
- Skills to assess and respond effectively to crises, ensuring client safety.
5. Assessment Skills:
- Ability to conduct assessments to evaluate the needs of clients and develop appropriate treatment plans.
6. Problem-Solving Skills:
- Ability to analyze situations and develop practical solutions to barriers patients may face.
7. Knowledge of Addiction and Substance Abuse:
- Understanding the physiological, psychological, and social aspects of substance use and addiction.
8. Knowledge of Safeguarding Policies:
- Awareness of legal and ethical issues surrounding drug and alcohol use and safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
9. Record Keeping and Documentation:
- Proficient in maintaining accurate and confidential client records, treatment plans, and progress notes.
10. Teamwork and Collaboration:
- Ability to work effectively with other professionals (e.g., social workers, healthcare providers) in multidisciplinary teams.
Qualifications and Training
1. Relevant Educational Background:
- Qualifications in social work, psychology, counseling, or addiction studies are often preferred.
2. Professional Certifications:
- Achieving certifications such as the National Occupational Standards for the Drug and Alcohol Workforce or other recognized qualifications in addiction treatment.
3. Work Experience:
- Hands-on experience, often gained through volunteering or placements in addiction support services, is highly valued.
4. Continuing Professional Development (CPD):
- Staying updated on best practices, treatment options, and legal frameworks through ongoing training.
Personal Attributes
1. Resilience:
- Ability to cope with the emotional demands of the role and manage stress effectively.
2. Non-judgmental Attitude:
- Maintaining a respectful and accepting approach toward individuals from all backgrounds.
3. Patience:
- Understanding that recovery can be a long process with many challenges.
4. Cultural Competence:
- Sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds and experiences of clients, and the ability to tailor support accordingly.
5. Motivation and Commitment:
- A genuine interest in helping individuals overcome addiction and improve their lives.
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