Substance Misuse Recovery Worker in Wallsend - CV-Library

Substance Misuse Recovery Worker in Wallsend - CV-Library

Substance Misuse Recovery Worker in Wallsend - CV-Library

Job Overview

Location
Wallsend, England
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£19 - £20 Per Hour
Date Posted
26 days ago

Additional Details

Job ID
99849719
Job Views
12

Job Description

Apricus Resourcing are working with a leading charitable organisation who are on the lookout for a Young Persons Substance Misuse Worker, based in Wallsend, Tyneside for an ongoing locum role. This position offers the chance to positively impact the community while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

The role provides a competitive hourly rate of up to £19.50, reflecting the value of your expertise and dedication. Initially offered as a long-term locum contract, there is potential for this position to evolve into a permanent role, providing stability and growth for the right candidate.

As a Young Persons Substance Misuse Worker, the primary focus will be on supporting young individuals who are struggling with substance misuse. The role involves assessing their needs, developing tailored intervention plans, and providing ongoing support to help them achieve their goals. This is a unique chance to utilise your skills and experience to foster positive change and empower young people to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

The ideal candidate will possess:

* Experience of working with external agencies, such as Children’s Social Care, CAMHS, Youth Justice, Family Intervention Team, Schools and Alternative Education centres to ensure a multidisciplinary approach

* Demonstrable experience working with young people, particularly those affected by substance misuse.

* Strong understanding of substance misuse issues and the ability to apply this knowledge in a practical setting.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective engagement with young people, their families, and other professionals.

* The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

* MUST be car driver with access to own vehicle

This role not only offers the chance to make a significant impact but also provides a platform for professional development. The successful candidate will benefit from ongoing training and support, ensuring they remain at the forefront of best practices in substance misuse intervention.

The working hours for the role are Monday – Friday 9-5 & due to the urgency of the role the manager can only consider candidates who are available to start within the next x2 weeks.

Benefits you can expect from Apricus:

* Free of charge fast tracked DBS disclosure certificate

* Consultant permanently assigned to you with all the sector expertise required

* Efficient weekly Payroll and professional Compliance Department System, ensuring that you are accurately paid on time, every time

* The most competitive rates the sector can offer, allowing you to achieve earnings unlike anywhere else

If you are interested and would like to apply please feel free to call the office directly as one of our dedicated consultants would be more than happy to run you through the full details of the role

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