Substance Misuse Recovery Worker

Job Title: Substance Misuse Recovery Worker

Specialism: Substance Misuse

Location: Winchester

Salary: £33,510 per annum

Type: Full Time

We are on the hunt for an enthusiastic Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to join our committed team in Winchester, earning an annual salary of £33,510. This exciting role involves working within the male remand prison, HMP Winchester, which accommodates up to 650 inmates. Our facility is dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of those seeking recovery from substance misuse.

You will join a dynamic team that inspires improvement and delivers exceptional care every single day. We welcome individuals with valuable experience in substance misuse who are ready to share their expertise and contribute significantly to patient care. This full-time position promises an engaging and meaningful environment where you can truly thrive.

• Full-Time Role: Enjoy steady working hours with this full-time position, providing you with both security and structure in your career.
• Professional Development: We are committed to your growth, offering continuing professional development opportunities so you're always at the forefront of substance misuse recovery practices.
• Inclusive Workplace: Work within an environment that promotes fairness and access to healthcare for all, ensuring equality and diversity are at the heart of our mission.
• Dynamic Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team that includes housing, social care, healthcare, and mental health specialists.
• Location Advantage: Experience the beauty and rich history of Winchester, a city that offers a perfect blend of cultural attractions, green spaces, and vibrant community life.

• Provide tailored and evidence-based care to a caseload of psychosocial patients, ensuring the care is shaped by individual needs and feedback.
• Deliver a structured programme of psychosocial interventions, sharing essential information and advice on substance misuse, smoking cessation, blood-borne viruses, and safe sex practices.
• Engage with patients in a non-judgemental manner, both one-to-one and in group settings, supporting nursing and pharmacy teams in a variety of healthcare environments, including wings and house blocks.
• Follow our bespoke HiJ competency framework, adhering to our policies and procedures with a strong focus on safeguarding.

• Demonstrable evidence of continued professional development (CPD).
• A relevant degree or qualification, or equivalent experience in the field.
• Strong knowledge and experience in delivering structured psychosocial interventions.
• Proven experience working within a multi-disciplinary framework that encompasses housing, social care, healthcare, and mental health pathways.

Living and working in Winchester offers more than just a job; it’s about embracing a lifestyle. Known for its outstanding natural beauty, rich heritage, and vibrant arts scene, Winchester provides a unique backdrop for personal and professional fulfilment. Whether you are exploring the ancient cathedral, strolling through its bustling markets, or enjoying its green open spaces, Winchester is a city that perfectly balances history with modern living.

Join us in making a difference while enjoying the charm that this historical city offers.