Substance Misuse Vaping Specialist

2 days ago


Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Idaho Occupational Therapy Associaton Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Substance Misuse Vaping Specialist to lead our service's operational response to vaping of illegal drugs in Plymouth.

About the Role

This is a fixed-term contract for 10 months, working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will have experience of working with young people and substance misuse.

The role involves supporting the wider substance misuse team to develop knowledge and skills related to vaping, assisting team members in providing support for children who are vaping, and contributing to policy development at city, school, and setting levels.

You will also be responsible for delivering support and intervention to children and young people who are vaping illegal drugs, ensuring close working relationships with schools, police, youth service, trading standards, PCC targeted support, and CSC.

As a credible ambassador, you will promote the aims of the organization and champion the rights and welfare of children and young people in the region.

You will maximize opportunities for young people to grow, have influence, and find a voice through empowerment and participation in the service and wider society.

Key responsibilities include acting as a referral service to medical treatment or adult treatment services, providing advice, support, consultation, and training to relevant staff, contributing to the delivery and development of the Young Person's Substance Misuse Plan and Young Person's Alcohol Action Plan, and participating in the young person's substance misuse team.

Requirements
  • Experience of working with young people
  • Experience of substance misuse (drugs and alcohol) and awareness of national and local initiatives
  • Knowledge of the criminal justice process, specifically in relation to young people
  • Knowledge of child/adolescent development and young person-centered interventions
  • Full driving license with own vehicle
  • Enhanced DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service


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