Recovery Worker inAylesbury inAylesbury PUBLISHED 15 DEC 2023

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum PERMANENT

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Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details, a summary is below:

To deliver psycho-social, recovery orientated and outcome-focussed service within ORB with a particular emphasis on high standards and good practice.
To work within an integrated team delivering psycho-social and clinical interventions to service users presenting with substance misuse issues, including alcohol.
To use strengths-based approaches including mapping techniques and relevant paperwork in order to carry out initial screening assessments.
To carry out further assessments that includes strengths-based node-link mapping techniques and recovery planning.
Work collaboratively with clinical services to ensure service users are referred for clinical services and supported whilst waiting for or receiving clinical treatment. Including joint recovery planning, attending joint clinical reviews, joint 1:1 sessions and communicating progress and needs to appropriate staff where need dictates.
To provide structured information and advice about drugs and, related issues that also includes blood borne viruses and safer sex and harm reduction.
To provide structured interventions in accordance with the needs identified on an individual basis, in line with the goals identified and agreed on the recovery plan.
To keep and provide information and statistics in line with Inclusion, NDTMS and commissioners requirements.

Are you:

passionate about providing high quality care and support?
skilled/experienced in providing evidence based psychological/psychosocial interventions geared towards supporting people to make positive changes and work towards recovery?
highly motivated with the ability to support and inspire?
able to apply your skills/interventions to the care of people with mild to moderate substance misuse needs.

Then we would love to have you on our team!

As a recovery worker, you will:

1. Provide a range of low, medium and high intensity interventions to those people experiencing substance misuse problems.

2. Work in a community environment delivering a high quality drug and alcohol recovery service in response to need.

3. Provide a range of psycho-social interventions motivating and supporting people to achieve recovery and positive outcomes within a recovery-orientated substance misuse treatment service.

4. Work in collaboration with clinical prescribing services to ensure the needs of each service user is met.

5. Provide a drug and alcohol recovery service (incorporating assessment, recovery planning, casework coordination and psycho-social interventions) to people located within the community environment.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details, a summary is below:

To deliver psycho-social, recovery orientated and outcome-focussed service within ORB with a particular emphasis on high standards and good practice.
To work within an integrated team delivering psycho-social and clinical interventions to service users presenting with substance misuse issues, including alcohol.
To use strengths-based approaches including mapping techniques and relevant paperwork in order to carry out initial screening assessments.
To carry out further assessments that includes strengths-based node-link mapping techniques and recovery planning.
Work collaboratively with clinical services to ensure service users are referred for clinical services and supported whilst waiting for or receiving clinical treatment. Including joint recovery planning, attending joint clinical reviews, joint 1:1 sessions and communicating progress and needs to appropriate staff where need dictates.
To provide structured information and advice about drugs and, related issues that also includes blood borne viruses and safer sex and harm reduction.
To provide structured interventions in accordance with the needs identified on an individual basis, in line with the goals identified and agreed on the recovery plan.
To keep and provide information and statistics in line with Inclusion, NDTMS and commissioners requirements.

Are you:

passionate about providing high quality care and support?
skilled/experienced in providing evidence based psychological/psychosocial interventions geared towards supporting people to make positive changes and work towards recovery?
highly motivated with the ability to support and inspire?
able to apply your skills/interventions to the care of people with mild to moderate substance misuse needs.

Then we would love to have you on our team!

As a recovery worker, you will:

1. Provide a range of low, medium and high intensity interventions to those people experiencing substance misuse problems.

2. Work in a community environment delivering a high quality drug and alcohol recovery service in response to need.

3. Provide a range of psycho-social interventions motivating and supporting people to achieve recovery and positive outcomes within a recovery-orientated substance misuse treatment service.

4. Work in collaboration with clinical prescribing services to ensure the needs of each service user is met.

5. Provide a drug and alcohol recovery service (incorporating assessment, recovery planning, casework coordination and psycho-social interventions) to people located within the community environment.

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Useful skills for a Recovery Worker: Click to view

Working as a Recovery Worker in the UK typically involves supporting individuals with mental health issues, addiction problems, or other challenges in their recovery journey. The skills required for this role may vary depending on the specific workplace and population you are serving, but generally include the following:

1. Communication Skills

- Active Listening: Understanding clients’ needs and feelings.

- Verbal and Written Communication: Clearly articulating information and documenting progress.

2. Empathy and Compassion

- Understanding and sharing the feelings of others to provide supportive care.

3. Interpersonal Skills

- Building rapport and establishing trust with clients.

- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals.

4. Problem-Solving Skills

- Assessing situations to provide appropriate support and interventions.

5. Crisis Intervention Skills

- Managing and de-escalating situations that may involve a high level of distress.

6. Understanding of Mental Health and Addiction Issues

- Knowledge of various mental health conditions, treatments, and recovery processes.

7. Organizational Skills

- Managing case loads, scheduling appointments, and maintaining accurate records.

8. Cultural Competence

- Being aware of and responsive to the cultural backgrounds of clients.

9. Personal Resilience

- Coping with the challenges of the role and managing personal well-being.

10. Knowledge of Support Services and Resources

- Familiarity with local services and support networks.

11. Flexibility and Adaptability

- Being open to change and able to respond to varied client needs.

12. Basic IT Skills

- Competency in using computer software for documentation and communication.

Educational and Training Requirements

- Qualifications: While specific qualifications vary, many employers look for relevant qualifications in health and social care, psychology, or related fields. A degree in psychology, social work, or mental health may be beneficial.

- Training: Some organizations may provide on-the-job training, while others may seek candidates with training in mental health first aid, safeguarding, or recovery-focused practice.

Experience

- Previous experience in health and social care settings, whether voluntary or paid, can significantly enhance your suitability for the role.

Professional Development

- Continuous professional development and training in relevant areas will help to maintain and enhance your skills.

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