Job Introduction

At Turning Point, we support people across the UK with substance misuse issues. As a Health Care Assistant in the Rochdale & Oldham Active Recovery Service (ROAR) you will be able to make a real difference in the lives of our service users. You will deliver interventions alongside, and under the supervision of, our nursing team to improve the health and wellbeing of our service users. Passionate about people, you’ll enjoy support to enhance your own life too, as you make the role your own in a friendly and multidisciplinary team.

As a Health Care Assistant we offer a starting salary of £23,000 rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £26,907 per year. (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

The Health Care Assistant will work with our service users alongside colleagues to reduce the harms associated with alcohol and drug use. Examples of the interventions you will be supported to deliver include assessing people’s general health and identifying any concerns or needs, providing harm reduction advice and information, supporting our needle exchange delivery, undertaking tests for blood borne viruses and drug treatments, supporting our clients to monitor and take greater responsibility for their own health, supporting clients (alongside our nursing and recovery workers) as they undergo detoxification in the community. The role is varied and different every day, as we respond flexibly to the needs of our clients.

The Ideal Candidate

You will have an understanding of the health needs of users and the impact of drugs and alcohol. You will have some experience working in a health or social care setting, either paid or voluntary and a commitment to making a difference.  We also look for candidates with excellent communication skills who share our values as an organisation and can maintain a non-judgemental approach to service users even where they may make unwise decisions. We value individual creativity and initiative and, whatever your role, you will be fully involved in identifying opportunities to improve the quality of our services and the service user experience. Your ideas will be listened to and your suggestions implemented wherever possible. You will be supported in your role by extensive training to help develop your skills. Our learning culture encourages everyone to stay on top of the latest developments in their field and helps drive service improvement.

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
• 28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell 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 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.

Turning Point