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At Turning Point, we are dedicated to assisting individuals throughout England who are facing challenges related to substance misuse. As a Wellbeing Recovery Worker, you will play a crucial role in transforming lives by creating personalized, adaptable, and achievable support plans tailored to their unique needs.

This position is situated within a correctional facility, where we implement a comprehensive model of psycho-social and clinical assistance, designed to address complex individual requirements through evidence-based practices.

We offer a competitive starting salary of £26,324 plus £3,633 Inner London Weighting, with annual increments aligned with our structured pay progression system, potentially reaching £30,794 per annum plus £3,633 Inner London Weighting. Depending on your experience, a higher starting salary may be considered.

Our organization is committed to your professional development, providing a structured learning pathway and clearly defined career trajectories that empower you to achieve your long-term aspirations and leverage your strengths.

Whether your goal is to advance into leadership roles or specialize as an Advanced Substance Misuse Practitioner, Turning Point is here to support your career journey.

As a Wellbeing Recovery Worker, you will contribute to delivering a high-quality, individualized service. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with service users to design realistic and flexible support packages, engaging in partnerships with external organizations, and working alongside community teams. Specific duties will encompass:

• Providing guidance, information, and referrals to service users.
• Facilitating group sessions and educating on harm reduction strategies.
• Conducting one-on-one recovery planning sessions.
• Performing risk assessments and ensuring timely, accurate reporting and record-keeping.

Successful candidates will possess strong verbal and written communication skills, along with experience managing a caseload of individuals with complex needs. A proven history of effectively handling incidents involving verbal and physical aggression is essential. The core working hours are Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend shifts on a rotational basis. Due to the nature of the role, candidates must obtain full clearance for working in a correctional environment.

What Benefits Are Available?

We recognize that rewards vary for each individual, and we aim to support you in various ways through our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Extensive learning and development opportunities, backed by our silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from a variety of courses to earn recognized qualifications.
• 28 days of paid vacation annually, increasing with tenure, plus options to purchase additional leave.
• Access to an exclusive discounts hub for colleagues, offering savings on shopping, dining, and more, along with the Blue Light Card for additional benefits.
• Flexible working arrangements to enhance your work-life balance.
• Life Assurance coverage of up to three times your annual salary and a competitive pension scheme.
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service, offering free, confidential counseling sessions and a comprehensive wellbeing platform.
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including digital healthcare and legal support, available to you and your immediate family.
• Recognition awards to honor exceptional contributions and long service bonuses.
• Flexible benefits options, including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free travel loans.
• A referral bonus for successfully introducing a new colleague through our referral program.

We maintain the right to close this advertisement early if we successfully fill the vacancy prior to the stated closing date.

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