Job Introduction

We are currently recruiting for an Advanced Practitioners to work in our Alcohol Team at our Ipswich hub. For this role you will have either significant experience in providing a substance use services or a related field in health, social care or criminal justice services and/or a relevant qualification such as social work or nursing. You will hold a defined caseload of service users with multiple needs and have, or be willing to develop, a specialism within the team. You will provide learning opportunities and act as a point of expertise within your team, sometimes leading multi-disciplinary discussions to support planning, and be capable of representing the service in external meetings to improve pathways with  partner agencies. Whilst not a line management position Advanced Practitioners will form part of the leadership of the team and be key to supporting specific clients with complex needs and workers, particularly those new to the field. 

As an Advanced Practitioner we offer a starting salary of £27,300 with annual pay progression up to £31,937 (Dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial starting salary).

You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths.

Whether you are looking to progress into a management and leadership role or to be a specialist in your field at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey.

Role Responsibility

• Supervision of no more than 2 RSI Recovery Workers. The post holder will provide one to one support with Recovery Workers, helping them to develop their practice and supporting them with day-to-day challenges of the role.
• The post holder will provide support to a team of Recovery Workers when working outreach, ensuring they are working safely and following the Lone Working policy.
• The post holder will complete a generic audit of a Recovery Worker case every month and discuss the outcomes in supervisions. Highlighting both good practice and areas for development.
• The post holder will be responsible for case management of complex cases.
• The post holder will prioritise Harm Reduction in their case work (inc carrying NSP provisions when working outreach and recording on NEO) and evidence this in their recording on CIM.
• The post holder will take responsibility for the oversight of any issues relating to service users within various Teams whilst Recovery Workers are on leave, providing strong continuous care.
• The post holder will carry out the role in an outreach capacity in order to maximise opportunities to engage service users. This will include early morning, evenings and weekends, on a rota basis.
• The post holder will take responsibility for building and maintaining positive relationships with partnering agencies, being the first point of contact for any difficulties.
• The post holder will participate in weekly MDTs to support other Recovery Workers and take guidance on treatment plans for service users.
• The post holder will deputise for the Team Leader in their absence e.g., annual leave or conflicting commitments.
• The post holder will engage in training and development opportunities as the arise in order to develop and maintain their leadership skills.
• The post holder will chair MDT in the absence of the Team Leader and chair multi agency meetings when necessary.
• Safeguarding: - The post holder will escalate any safeguarding concerns raised by Recovery Workers.
• The post holder will engage in SALS meetings and discuss cases as required.

The post holder will complete standard Advanced Practitioner responsibilities including support of peers when working outreach, in partnering locations and in the hub.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• Exceptional report writing and case notes
• Demonstrable experience in working within a substance use treatment and recovery setting
• Specialist  interest depth knowledge of one or more complexities alongside substance use . This may be mental health, long term conditions, criminality, homelessness, Domestic Violence etc
• Understanding of risk and risk management, as it applies to substance use and complexity.
• Significant experience of working in health and social care

Desirable: 

• RMN; Social Work, psychology or other relevant qualification

About us

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
• 31 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days
• An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
• Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
• Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
• Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
• Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
• A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

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