Substance Misuse Support Worker

2 weeks ago


Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full time

Substance Misuse Support WorkerService Care Solutions are currently working with a private provider within the Substance Misuse field to appoint a temporary Support Worker.

This is an ongoing full time contract position working directly with service users recieving treatment & support with Substance Misuse & Addiction in a rehab setting.

Main Duties of a Substance Missuse Support WorkerProvide advice, information and support to clients including referral to aftercare services that focus on maintaining an abstinent lifestyle.

Work with clients to produce appropriate and achievable recovery plans to help them address their identified needs.

Ensure clients observe the programme's rules and support the manager in investigating and taking action where these may have been breached including substance testing.

Support clients with the prompting of their medication, conduct accurate and timely medication audits and maintain accurate medication records.

Assist in the day-to-day operation of services by working with clients, enabling them to cope with practical aspects of daily living (life skills, benefits, housing).Ensure residents attend external appointments in line with their care plan by supporting them to access transport or accompanying them if necessary.

Oversee and or conduct effective intake, assessment and discharge interventions.

Assist the therapeutic team to carry out accurate, complete and timely risk management planning and reviews in conjunction with external third parties where appropriate.

Essential CriteriaExperience of working closely with Substance Misuse Clients.
Ability to undertake lone-working safely and effectively.
Ability to negotiate and influence effectively in terms of professional boundaries.
Ability to develop and review risk management plans.
Ability to express empathy and a non-judgemental attitude with a calm, caring approach.
Capacity to handle intensive and pressurised situations

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