Job Introduction

Turning Point in Hammersmith & Fulham Central London provides substance misuse and reducing reoffending services to local residents. We are especially well known for our assertive outreach led and innovative strengths based services. Supporting and engaging residents across Hammersmith & Fulham is a vitally important part of Turning Point’s work. By listening to their needs, creating personalised solutions and looking beyond their health requirements to wider issues such as employment and wellbeing, we are making a real difference to individuals and the communities they belong to. So isn’t it time you joined us?

Role Responsibility

We are now looking for a Get Connected Manager. Get Connected is our programme that helps those in recovery to focus on their wellbeing, form connections in the local community and identify skills, interests and talents to pave the way for sustained recovery. Your role will be to:

• Oversight of the ‘Get Connected Program’ including Education, Training and Employment, Peer mentoring, Volunteering, Service User Involvement. To include the management of the Innovation Fund and ETE Fund- grants for individuals and groups to promote the Five Ways to Wellbeing
• Working with partners and stakeholders to promote the work of the services and to maximise referral numbers
• Lead the services by attending community and professional events and representing the service in meetings/ training
• Communicate with Local Authority and other partners on joint initiatives, pathways and campaigns
• To lead on the ongoing development of the award winning online Roads to Recovery Asset Map
• Building and developing relationship with community groups and BAME populations
• Develop and oversee the DAWs Alumni scheme including digital and face to face events.
• Managing staff and contractors to deliver the goals of the services
• Consultation and coproduction of the Get Connected programme with service users and staff.
• To lead on staff wellbeing issues
• Oversight of the Post treatment Support service at DAWs including our gym/ swim programs, Park Fit and ‘Hi Five’ Outward Bounds Program

The Ideal Candidate

The role would suit someone with either a background in Education, Training and Employment (ETE) or in Health Promotion Work. Experience of working in substance misuse services is an advantage but more important is a willingness  to learn, a passion for helping people and a desire to bring your experience in ETE or Health Promotion into the role.  

About us

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether it’s 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, with a blended approach of self-lead learning, experiential learning or more formal learning opportunities
• 31 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost
• 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 u
• 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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