Job Introduction

Please Note: A Full UK Driving License and Access to a Vehicle is an Essential Requirement.

Location: Ipswich Based - Covering Mid Suffolk 

Do you want to help build a brighter future for communities and individuals in Suffolk doing a highly rewarding job. Turning Point’s drug & alcohol services are currently expanding during a really exciting time in the sector with new funding and investment. We have a range of roles for people passionate about supporting others to make change.

The under 25s service works with people in the community - taking support and care to them and helping them build a stronger future. 

This outreach position will have you working closely with schools, housing providers, social care and mental health services as well as social care and third sector agencies to build a legacy support network for young people so that they have what they need to thrive. 

As a Young Persons Recovery Worker we offer a starting salary of £23k rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £27k per year.

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 as an Advanced Substance Misuse Practitioner at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey.

Role Responsibility

As a Young Persons Recovery Worker, you will carry a case load of clients up to the age of 25. You will support them to understand their drug or alcohol use and make the changes they want and need to make. 

You will work one to one with clients in community settings, including their homes. 

you will offer a range of services to meet the Drug and Alcohol needs of the young person and will support them to, learn more about drugs and alcohol, reduce their use or work towards abstinence. 

You will do this via regular one to one appointments and include interventions such as:

• A comprehensive assessment and care planning package
• Education and harm reduction advice
• Up to date and relevant drug and alcohol information
• Support to gain control and achieve goals
• Brief interventions covering relationships, resilience and strengths, emotional health and wellbeing, decision making skills, coping strategies and relapse prevention work.
• A dedicated young people’s clinical service
• Signposting and access to other services
• Specialist support for young people affected by someone else's use.

An ability to communicate effectively with a range or service users and colleagues, an ability to manage different tasks and a commitment to Turning Point values are essential. 

You will carry a mixed and varied case load of young people and young adults who want to access support to help them deal with their drug or alcohol use. The case load will come from a wide number of referral sources, therefore building strong professional friendships with partner agencies will be vital to your role.

The Ideal Candidate

You’ll have an understanding of substance and alcohol misuse and the challenges and opportunities this can bring for a client. You will have experience of working with young people or young adults and feel comfortable to work with them one to one or in group settings such as schools or youth centres. 

We also recognise that many people have transferrable skills from other backgrounds such as mental health, housing or other health and social care provision which can support someone to make changes that can change their lives.

The roles is varied, so flexibility, an ability to work dynamically on a one to one and group basis and knowledge of relapse and other barriers to recovery will be important -but a passion to help young people live their best lives is vital 

We can help to shape skills where needed. We also look for candidates with excellent communication skills and who share our values as an organisation. 

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 receive sufficient applicants before the advertised closed date.

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