Primary Care Link Worker

5 months ago


Knowsley, United Kingdom Change Grow Live Full time

Overview:
Believe in People?

The best people have one thing in common.

**They care.**

At Change Grow Live, we're driven by the belief that we can truly impact the lives of our service users. We offer a safe, supportive environment, honoring each individual and working collaboratively to identify the best treatment and care options. Our core values - 'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold' - guide us daily as we help people reshape their lives, grow as individuals, and embrace life to the fullest.

Are you experienced, skilled, and passionate about making a meaningful difference? We're seeking a dedicated Primary Care Link Worker to engage and assess our service users, ensuring they receive timely, personalised interventions that cater to their unique needs. For this role you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing a wide range of treatment interventions and programmes.

**CGL Knowsley **is an innovative and forward-thinking project with a proven track record of effectively engaging people with complex lives. Our ethos is centred around the principles of harm reduction, providing non-judgmental, fact-based information and advice surrounding drug and alcohol use and the associated risks.

**Hours**: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

**Salary**: £27,449.53 - £31,529.41 (dependent on experience)

**Responsibilities**:
**About the Role**:

- Provide evidence based harm reduction services, including needle exchange;
- Assist and carry out appropriate screening processes including urine and saliva tests.
- Provide support for home-based treatments and provide education and support to patients, their families and significant others.
- Work with partnership organisations to develop and sustain effective comprehensive treatment pathways and broaden the client’s recovery plan accordingly.
- Attend GP multi-disciplinary meetings and contribute to patient specific care plans to improve health and risk of hospital attendance.
- Ensure that all safeguarding issues, including child protection and protection of vulnerable adults, are dealt with in accordance to CGL policies and procedures, and local and national statutory requirements.
- Present a professional image and actively promote the service at all times to service users, other stakeholders, partnership organisations and the general public.
- To assess clients needs as required using evidenced based tools and making onward referrals to specialist agencies, where necessary.

**What we are looking for**:

- Experience of Drug and Alcohol Treatment services or other similar background.
- Extensive previous experience in Alcohol Liaison Work.
- Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.
- Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
- Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.
- Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.
- Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.
- Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.
- Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.
- Have business insurance if driving.

**What We Offer**:

- 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing by one day for each year of service.
- A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Participation in a contributory pension scheme.
- A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.
- A warm and supportive team environment.
- Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.
- Generous refer a friend scheme.

If this resonates with you and you're eager to embark on a fulfilling journey with Change Grow Live, we'd be delighted to connect with you.


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