We are opening a new detox centre and are looking for Support Workers to provide safe, compassionate, and practical support to individuals undergoing detoxification in a structured, trauma-informed environment. Key responsibilities: Provide day-to-day support to clients during detox, ensuring safety, dignity, and wellbeing Recognise and respond to signs of withdrawal, deterioration, or crisis, escalating concerns appropriately in line with protocol Act as a keyworker for allocated clients, offering consistent support and engagement Carry out regular welfare checks and monitor clients physical and emotional presentation Support safeguarding practices and report concerns in line with policy Assist with drug and alcohol testing in line with training and procedures Support safe medication administration in line with policy and competency assessment, and report any side effects or concerns. Follow health & safety, infection control, and lone working procedures at all times. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals (e.g. nurses, clinicians, therapists) to ensure safe and effective care. Liaise with community services and professionals (e.g. housing, probation, recovery services) to support move-on following detox Maintain accurate electronic records and contribute to handovers and team communication Support with practical tasks as required, including maintaining clean and safe communal environments Essential criteria: Experience in a support, care, or people-focused role Strong verbal and communication skills Understanding of safeguarding and willingness to follow safeguarding procedures Ability to recognise risk and respond appropriately, including escalation of safeguarding or medical concerns. Ability to build professional and supportive relationships with vulnerable individuals Willingness to complete mandatory training (e.g. safeguarding, first aid, de-escalation, substance misuse). Basic computer literacy and confidence using electronic systems Calm, reliable, and compassionate approach, including in challenging situations Willingness and ability to work across different shift patterns, including some weekends, as required by the service Desirable: Experience in mental health, substance use, recovery, or related services Understanding of trauma-informed approaches Experience of key-working or supporting individuals with complex needs Knowledge of detox or recovery pathways Experience liaising with community or statutory services Experience working in a multidisciplinary team We offer: Full training and ongoing development with scope for progression Supportive team environment Regular supervision and reflective practice Opportunity to be part of a new and developing detox service This role requires working shifts, including evenings, weekends, and potentially nights. Enhanced DBS required.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
We are opening a new detox centre and are looking for Support Workers to provide safe, compassionate, and practical support to individuals undergoing detoxification in a structured, trauma-informed environment. Key responsibilities: Provide day-to-day support to clients during detox, ensuring safety, dignity, and wellbeing Recognise and respond to signs of withdrawal, deterioration, or crisis, escalating concerns appropriately in line with protocol Act as a keyworker for allocated clients, offering consistent support and engagement Carry out regular welfare checks and monitor clients physical and emotional presentation Support safeguarding practices and report concerns in line with policy Assist with drug and alcohol testing in line with training and procedures Support safe medication administration in line with policy and competency assessment, and report any side effects or concerns. Follow health & safety, infection control, and lone working procedures at all times. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals (e.g. nurses, clinicians, therapists) to ensure safe and effective care. Liaise with community services and professionals (e.g. housing, probation, recovery services) to support move-on following detox Maintain accurate electronic records and contribute to handovers and team communication Support with practical tasks as required, including maintaining clean and safe communal environments Essential criteria: Experience in a support, care, or people-focused role Strong verbal and communication skills Understanding of safeguarding and willingness to follow safeguarding procedures Ability to recognise risk and respond appropriately, including escalation of safeguarding or medical concerns. Ability to build professional and supportive relationships with vulnerable individuals Willingness to complete mandatory training (e.g. safeguarding, first aid, de-escalation, substance misuse). Basic computer literacy and confidence using electronic systems Calm, reliable, and compassionate approach, including in challenging situations Willingness and ability to work across different shift patterns, including some weekends, as required by the service Desirable: Experience in mental health, substance use, recovery, or related services Understanding of trauma-informed approaches Experience of key-working or supporting individuals with complex needs Knowledge of detox or recovery pathways Experience liaising with community or statutory services Experience working in a multidisciplinary team We offer: Full training and ongoing development with scope for progression Supportive team environment Regular supervision and reflective practice Opportunity to be part of a new and developing detox service This role requires working shifts, including evenings, weekends, and potentially nights. Enhanced DBS required.
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Senior Mental Health Support Worker - £28,938 - £32,214 per annum (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Friday 8am 4pm, inclusive of bank holidays, including occasional weekend mornings Service Project 12, Oxford. What You ll Be Doing: Response is looking for an enthusiastic, caring person to join their dedicated team at Project 12. The Project 12 team focus on supporting residents through person-centred planning and individual goals to aid recovery. The service covers two shared houses and staff provide client support from 8am to 4pm and weekend morning medication. The service aims to create a comfortable, safe and pleasant environment while helping residents work towards more independent living in the future. As a Senior Mental Health Support Worker, you will be responsible for leading shifts, medication management, delegate tasks, manage incidents, monitor the health & safety of the project and residents. You will mentor support workers, leading by positive example alongside having your own case load. You will be responsible for providing person-centred support to clients with serious mental illness including adults who have a primary diagnosis of a psychotic illness often with one or more coexisting conditions such physical health issues, neurodiversity, drugs & alcohol use and cognitive impairment. Our clients really appreciate the passion from our Support Workers too: The staff are caring, kind, compassionate and understanding. They support me and care for me and are first class. I am happier now than I have been in years. Client in Adult Services. Overall job responsibility : Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Lead shifts, delegating set diarised and daily tasks Take the lead during incidents, safeguarding and complaints in the absence of the manager, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered. Ensure all staff are completing relevant health and safety tasks Mentor new support workers through induction including the completion of the Care Certificate and medication training. Complete the care certificate assessors training. Work within a One Team Approach and ensure this culture permiates throughout the team and lead by example. Respond to service phone queries and requests from both internal and external customers in a timely manner and delegating where appropriate to other members of the team. Undertake assessments of referrals and attend regular assessment and risk management training. Provide emotional support, encouragement, and practical assistance to residents with daily living activities. This may include medication assistance, engaging with interests, education, accessing community groups/facilities, employment, teaching life skills such as shopping, budgeting, using public transport and skills such as planning to prepare and cook meals, maintain accommodation. Ensure risk is continuously assessed and risk management plans are kept up to date Comply and remain up to date with all safeguarding policies and procedures for both Adults and Children and Young People Always represent the company in a professional and appropriate manner by considering punctuality, personal appearance and professional boundaries, including equal opportunities. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Essential criteria: GCSE s in English and Maths (or equivalent) A commitment to undertake continual personal development. Detailed understanding of mental health and wellbeing challenges and the level of care and support residents may require. An understanding of current approaches to mental health practice. Have good knowledge of how to support with referrals and assessments An understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion issues impacting people s lives. IT literate with experience using MS Office packages. Previous related work experience. Good communication skills, written, verbal and listening. A genuine interest in mental health and well-being with a commitment to delivering Response's mission. What We Offer: 27 days annual leave and standard bank and public holidays. Blue Light card and other discounted shopping. Employee Assistant Programme - with access to free counselling. Cycle to Work Scheme (after probation) Enhanced family friendly leave. Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave. £500 refer a friend bonus scheme. Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS. Free flu jabs. Free DBS application. You will receive the training and confidence to use core therapeutic talk therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-based Trauma Informed Care and Mutual Aid to provide the best possible support to our clients. If this Senior Mental Health Support Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 02/06/2026. All our roles require a DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK Unfortunately, Response are not able to offer sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for the role and require sponsorship, you will be withdrawn from the recruitment process. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Senior Mental Health Support Worker - £28,938 - £32,214 per annum (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Friday 8am 4pm, inclusive of bank holidays, including occasional weekend mornings Service Project 12, Oxford. What You ll Be Doing: Response is looking for an enthusiastic, caring person to join their dedicated team at Project 12. The Project 12 team focus on supporting residents through person-centred planning and individual goals to aid recovery. The service covers two shared houses and staff provide client support from 8am to 4pm and weekend morning medication. The service aims to create a comfortable, safe and pleasant environment while helping residents work towards more independent living in the future. As a Senior Mental Health Support Worker, you will be responsible for leading shifts, medication management, delegate tasks, manage incidents, monitor the health & safety of the project and residents. You will mentor support workers, leading by positive example alongside having your own case load. You will be responsible for providing person-centred support to clients with serious mental illness including adults who have a primary diagnosis of a psychotic illness often with one or more coexisting conditions such physical health issues, neurodiversity, drugs & alcohol use and cognitive impairment. Our clients really appreciate the passion from our Support Workers too: The staff are caring, kind, compassionate and understanding. They support me and care for me and are first class. I am happier now than I have been in years. Client in Adult Services. Overall job responsibility : Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Lead shifts, delegating set diarised and daily tasks Take the lead during incidents, safeguarding and complaints in the absence of the manager, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered. Ensure all staff are completing relevant health and safety tasks Mentor new support workers through induction including the completion of the Care Certificate and medication training. Complete the care certificate assessors training. Work within a One Team Approach and ensure this culture permiates throughout the team and lead by example. Respond to service phone queries and requests from both internal and external customers in a timely manner and delegating where appropriate to other members of the team. Undertake assessments of referrals and attend regular assessment and risk management training. Provide emotional support, encouragement, and practical assistance to residents with daily living activities. This may include medication assistance, engaging with interests, education, accessing community groups/facilities, employment, teaching life skills such as shopping, budgeting, using public transport and skills such as planning to prepare and cook meals, maintain accommodation. Ensure risk is continuously assessed and risk management plans are kept up to date Comply and remain up to date with all safeguarding policies and procedures for both Adults and Children and Young People Always represent the company in a professional and appropriate manner by considering punctuality, personal appearance and professional boundaries, including equal opportunities. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Essential criteria: GCSE s in English and Maths (or equivalent) A commitment to undertake continual personal development. Detailed understanding of mental health and wellbeing challenges and the level of care and support residents may require. An understanding of current approaches to mental health practice. Have good knowledge of how to support with referrals and assessments An understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion issues impacting people s lives. IT literate with experience using MS Office packages. Previous related work experience. Good communication skills, written, verbal and listening. A genuine interest in mental health and well-being with a commitment to delivering Response's mission. What We Offer: 27 days annual leave and standard bank and public holidays. Blue Light card and other discounted shopping. Employee Assistant Programme - with access to free counselling. Cycle to Work Scheme (after probation) Enhanced family friendly leave. Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave. £500 refer a friend bonus scheme. Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS. Free flu jabs. Free DBS application. You will receive the training and confidence to use core therapeutic talk therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-based Trauma Informed Care and Mutual Aid to provide the best possible support to our clients. If this Senior Mental Health Support Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 02/06/2026. All our roles require a DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK Unfortunately, Response are not able to offer sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for the role and require sponsorship, you will be withdrawn from the recruitment process. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer.
Are you looking for a rewarding career that is stimulating and varied each day? Creative Support are looking for warm, reliable and proactive Support Workers to join our Dual Diagnosis service in Blackpool to provide quality recovery support to individuals with a range of support needs including mental health needs, drug and/or alcohol misuse, people with complex needs and people with an offending history. Your role will include: - Medication prompting/oversight, - Providing help with domestic living tasks, - Record keeping and support plan writing for service users, - Support individuals to access other services that will be beneficial to their physical, emotional and financial wellbeing, - Willingness to work flexibly according to the needs of the service, to include daytimes, evenings weekends and bank holidays. Lone working may be required, sleep in shifts may be available. - You must be a positive individual with an empathetic approach to meeting the needs of our service users. It is essential that you are able to work independently, using your own initiative and as part of a team and that you have good verbal and written communication skills. Experience of working in a community-based service is desirable. The ability to drive is preferred for this role. Vacancy Reference Number: 93130 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas .
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Are you looking for a rewarding career that is stimulating and varied each day? Creative Support are looking for warm, reliable and proactive Support Workers to join our Dual Diagnosis service in Blackpool to provide quality recovery support to individuals with a range of support needs including mental health needs, drug and/or alcohol misuse, people with complex needs and people with an offending history. Your role will include: - Medication prompting/oversight, - Providing help with domestic living tasks, - Record keeping and support plan writing for service users, - Support individuals to access other services that will be beneficial to their physical, emotional and financial wellbeing, - Willingness to work flexibly according to the needs of the service, to include daytimes, evenings weekends and bank holidays. Lone working may be required, sleep in shifts may be available. - You must be a positive individual with an empathetic approach to meeting the needs of our service users. It is essential that you are able to work independently, using your own initiative and as part of a team and that you have good verbal and written communication skills. Experience of working in a community-based service is desirable. The ability to drive is preferred for this role. Vacancy Reference Number: 93130 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas .
Criminal Justice Worker Location: Southend on Sea Salary : £24,960 - £26,000 Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: 18th May 2026 Looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference? We re seeking a passionate Criminal Justice Worker based in Southend-on-Sea, working full time (35 hours per week), to support adults aged 18+ involved in the criminal justice system who need help with drug and/or alcohol use. You ll work within an integrated healthcare framework delivering person-centred psychosocial interventions, harm reduction and recovery-focused support. This is a rewarding opportunity to help people rebuild their lives while working closely with courts, probation, healthcare teams and community partners. What You ll Be Doing Deliver assessments, care planning and tailored interventions for service users Provide 1:1 harm reduction and recovery support Advise magistrates and probation teams on suitability for ATRs and DRRs Manage a varied caseload, ensuring timely and effective support Work collaboratively with GPs, prisons, probation and external agencies Support clients with housing, benefits, training and employment referrals Maintain accurate case notes, reports and performance data Contribute to service targets, outcomes and continuous improvement What We re Looking For Experience supporting vulnerable adults or working in criminal justice, substance misuse or health/social care settings Strong understanding of risk assessments, safeguarding and case management Ability to build positive relationships with clients and partner agencies Organised, resilient and able to manage competing priorities Confident using IT systems and maintaining accurate records A proactive, compassionate and solution-focused approach Be part of a supportive team delivering life-changing services to those who need them most. If you re motivated by helping others create safer, healthier futures, we d love to hear from you. Apply now and make an impact in Southend-on-Sea. Please see attached Job Description for full details About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with Lived Experience of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the Eligibility to Work in the UK requirements. Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. Forward Trust follow safer recruitment practices and support a culture of openness and accountability. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Criminal Justice Worker Location: Southend on Sea Salary : £24,960 - £26,000 Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: 18th May 2026 Looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference? We re seeking a passionate Criminal Justice Worker based in Southend-on-Sea, working full time (35 hours per week), to support adults aged 18+ involved in the criminal justice system who need help with drug and/or alcohol use. You ll work within an integrated healthcare framework delivering person-centred psychosocial interventions, harm reduction and recovery-focused support. This is a rewarding opportunity to help people rebuild their lives while working closely with courts, probation, healthcare teams and community partners. What You ll Be Doing Deliver assessments, care planning and tailored interventions for service users Provide 1:1 harm reduction and recovery support Advise magistrates and probation teams on suitability for ATRs and DRRs Manage a varied caseload, ensuring timely and effective support Work collaboratively with GPs, prisons, probation and external agencies Support clients with housing, benefits, training and employment referrals Maintain accurate case notes, reports and performance data Contribute to service targets, outcomes and continuous improvement What We re Looking For Experience supporting vulnerable adults or working in criminal justice, substance misuse or health/social care settings Strong understanding of risk assessments, safeguarding and case management Ability to build positive relationships with clients and partner agencies Organised, resilient and able to manage competing priorities Confident using IT systems and maintaining accurate records A proactive, compassionate and solution-focused approach Be part of a supportive team delivering life-changing services to those who need them most. If you re motivated by helping others create safer, healthier futures, we d love to hear from you. Apply now and make an impact in Southend-on-Sea. Please see attached Job Description for full details About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits: Flexible working Training and development opportunities Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional) Season Ticket Loan Scheme Cycle to work scheme Crisis Loan Scheme Electric Car Scheme 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees) Access to Blue Light Card 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years service and up to 9% thereafter Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria) Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with Lived Experience of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. We want our recruitment process to be accessible to everyone. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the Eligibility to Work in the UK requirements. Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. Forward Trust follow safer recruitment practices and support a culture of openness and accountability. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Job Introduction Please Note: A Full UK Driving License and Access to a Vehicle is an Essential Requirement. At Turning Point, we have been supporting people for over 60 years. As a community based Non-Medial Prescriber (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber at our Herefordshire Recovery Service, you'll make a real difference as you empower and enable people to change. Passionate about people, you'll receive support to enhance your own life too, as you make the role your own in a friendly and multidisciplinary team. Our integrated community drug and alcohol service offers support to individuals across Herefordshire in the West Midlands. You will work within a busy prescribing service under the supervision of our Clinical Services Manager and Clinical Lead, alongside our Clinical Team, Team Leaders, specialist Recovery Workers and Volunteers to improve the wellbeing of a wide range of individuals. Role Responsibility As a Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber, you will be involved with opiate substitute treatment (OST) interventions, benzodiazepine reductions, alcohol and opiate detoxifications and relapse prevention medications. You will also provide support for health care assessments, administering detoxification medication for clients, administering IM thiamine, completing alcohol and opiate detoxification assessments, providing Blood Borne Virus (BBV) screening and vaccinations and will work closely with mental health, physical health and social care services. This role will lead on the prescribing of Injectable buprenorphine throughout the country of Herefordshire. You'll also help to create a collaborative approach that links Turning Point ever closer to outside professionals and agencies. You will attend a local prescribers meeting, one to one clinical supervision and national prescriber/clinician meetings which will also support your learning and continuous professional development. Full training and supervision is provided from our Clinical Services Manager and Clinical Lead. You will have a real opportunity to help shape service delivery and contribute to delivering clinically excellent services. As an employee you will have access to RCNi to assist with revalidation, indemnity insurance and support from the Clinical Lead, Clinical Services Manager, Turning Point's Head of Nursing and Head of Medicines Optimisation and Pharmacy Services. The Ideal Candidate Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council or a qualified Pharmacist and already a qualified independent prescriber, you will need to be confident managing all aspects of prescribing for opiates and managing alcohol detoxifications. You will join an established team in Herefordshire, you will need to be an excellent communicator and highly organised, you will have the ability to develop support packages that are creative, flexible, and tailored to the needs of everyone. You'll be able to stay on top of a busy service and use the resources and support around you to achieve great outcomes. The role will involve running planned clinics and delivering interventions throughout various Herefordshire locations and outreach activities within core service hours with some out of hours; therefore, the ability to work flexibly and be a car owner and travel is essential. And of course, we're looking for someone who loves talking to people with different needs, is genuinely interested in helping them, and possesses a deep level of empathy, understanding and patience. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. Across the varied regions, sectors, and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision - and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals. We run all our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job - we offer you a career. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package. You will get 33 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 35 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents NNP Role Profile Apply
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Job Introduction Please Note: A Full UK Driving License and Access to a Vehicle is an Essential Requirement. At Turning Point, we have been supporting people for over 60 years. As a community based Non-Medial Prescriber (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber at our Herefordshire Recovery Service, you'll make a real difference as you empower and enable people to change. Passionate about people, you'll receive support to enhance your own life too, as you make the role your own in a friendly and multidisciplinary team. Our integrated community drug and alcohol service offers support to individuals across Herefordshire in the West Midlands. You will work within a busy prescribing service under the supervision of our Clinical Services Manager and Clinical Lead, alongside our Clinical Team, Team Leaders, specialist Recovery Workers and Volunteers to improve the wellbeing of a wide range of individuals. Role Responsibility As a Non-Medical Prescriber (NMP) or Pharmacist Prescriber, you will be involved with opiate substitute treatment (OST) interventions, benzodiazepine reductions, alcohol and opiate detoxifications and relapse prevention medications. You will also provide support for health care assessments, administering detoxification medication for clients, administering IM thiamine, completing alcohol and opiate detoxification assessments, providing Blood Borne Virus (BBV) screening and vaccinations and will work closely with mental health, physical health and social care services. This role will lead on the prescribing of Injectable buprenorphine throughout the country of Herefordshire. You'll also help to create a collaborative approach that links Turning Point ever closer to outside professionals and agencies. You will attend a local prescribers meeting, one to one clinical supervision and national prescriber/clinician meetings which will also support your learning and continuous professional development. Full training and supervision is provided from our Clinical Services Manager and Clinical Lead. You will have a real opportunity to help shape service delivery and contribute to delivering clinically excellent services. As an employee you will have access to RCNi to assist with revalidation, indemnity insurance and support from the Clinical Lead, Clinical Services Manager, Turning Point's Head of Nursing and Head of Medicines Optimisation and Pharmacy Services. The Ideal Candidate Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council or a qualified Pharmacist and already a qualified independent prescriber, you will need to be confident managing all aspects of prescribing for opiates and managing alcohol detoxifications. You will join an established team in Herefordshire, you will need to be an excellent communicator and highly organised, you will have the ability to develop support packages that are creative, flexible, and tailored to the needs of everyone. You'll be able to stay on top of a busy service and use the resources and support around you to achieve great outcomes. The role will involve running planned clinics and delivering interventions throughout various Herefordshire locations and outreach activities within core service hours with some out of hours; therefore, the ability to work flexibly and be a car owner and travel is essential. And of course, we're looking for someone who loves talking to people with different needs, is genuinely interested in helping them, and possesses a deep level of empathy, understanding and patience. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. Across the varied regions, sectors, and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision - and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals. We run all our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated, and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job - we offer you a career. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package. You will get 33 days' paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 35 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees. Turning Point Benefits We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents NNP Role Profile Apply
New Beginnings Brent is a full integrated community drugs and alcohol service for adults. The service provides psychosocial and pharmacological treatment, in partnership with CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust). The service also has an outreach team, including a dedicated sex worker project. About the role As a Volunteer Homeless Outreach Practitioner you will: Support our Assessment and Engagement Team to engage people who are rough sleeping, at risk of homelessness, or living in insecure accommodation. Assist staff in delivering compassionate, person-centred support on the street and in the community, helping individuals feel heard, included, and connected to services. Support staff during street outreach sessions, including engaging individuals, offering a welcoming presence, and helping build trust and rapport. Assist with practical support such as providing information, basic harm-reduction messages (under staff supervision), or signposting to local services. Help reconnect individuals to treatment, housing, and wellbeing services. Work alongside our practitioners to identify immediate needs and communicate relevant information back to the team. Help staff to encourage people to access recovery activities, community resources, and mutual-aid groups. Contribute to a safe and trauma-informed environment during outreach and engagement. Assist with recording basic information and updates, following staff guidance and confidentiality procedures. Promote dignity, respect, and inclusion for people who are rough sleeping or experiencing homelessness. Contribute to creating safe, non-judgmental interactions and help the team encourage people to access recovery, wellbeing, and housing pathways. What skills do I need? The role would be ideal for someone looking to develop their experience in the drug and alcohol field. While some knowledge of the sector is desirable, we are specifically looking for people who have a passion for the work that we do. A positive attitude and the desire to learn are essential, along with a non-judgmental and supportive approach to people who are facing problems with drugs and alcohol. What Via can offer you When you begin volunteering you will be allocated a volunteer supervisor who will act as your main point of contact in your service. They will provide you with ongoing support and supervision and will work closely with you throughout your time at Via. There is also a central volunteer services team that will support you while you are on placement. In addition, you can expect: A full induction to your role and continuous local training Access to central staff training opportunities Regular supervision Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses and lunch expenses Interested? Find out more about our Brent service . Check out our FAQs . Download our Volunteer Application Form . Download our Volunteer Equal Opportunities Form .
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
New Beginnings Brent is a full integrated community drugs and alcohol service for adults. The service provides psychosocial and pharmacological treatment, in partnership with CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust). The service also has an outreach team, including a dedicated sex worker project. About the role As a Volunteer Homeless Outreach Practitioner you will: Support our Assessment and Engagement Team to engage people who are rough sleeping, at risk of homelessness, or living in insecure accommodation. Assist staff in delivering compassionate, person-centred support on the street and in the community, helping individuals feel heard, included, and connected to services. Support staff during street outreach sessions, including engaging individuals, offering a welcoming presence, and helping build trust and rapport. Assist with practical support such as providing information, basic harm-reduction messages (under staff supervision), or signposting to local services. Help reconnect individuals to treatment, housing, and wellbeing services. Work alongside our practitioners to identify immediate needs and communicate relevant information back to the team. Help staff to encourage people to access recovery activities, community resources, and mutual-aid groups. Contribute to a safe and trauma-informed environment during outreach and engagement. Assist with recording basic information and updates, following staff guidance and confidentiality procedures. Promote dignity, respect, and inclusion for people who are rough sleeping or experiencing homelessness. Contribute to creating safe, non-judgmental interactions and help the team encourage people to access recovery, wellbeing, and housing pathways. What skills do I need? The role would be ideal for someone looking to develop their experience in the drug and alcohol field. While some knowledge of the sector is desirable, we are specifically looking for people who have a passion for the work that we do. A positive attitude and the desire to learn are essential, along with a non-judgmental and supportive approach to people who are facing problems with drugs and alcohol. What Via can offer you When you begin volunteering you will be allocated a volunteer supervisor who will act as your main point of contact in your service. They will provide you with ongoing support and supervision and will work closely with you throughout your time at Via. There is also a central volunteer services team that will support you while you are on placement. In addition, you can expect: A full induction to your role and continuous local training Access to central staff training opportunities Regular supervision Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses and lunch expenses Interested? Find out more about our Brent service . Check out our FAQs . Download our Volunteer Application Form . Download our Volunteer Equal Opportunities Form .
New Beginnings Brent is a full integrated community drugs and alcohol service for adults. The service provides psychosocial and pharmacological treatment, in partnership with CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust). The service also has an outreach team, including a dedicated sex worker project. About the role As a Volunteer Peer Advocacy and Engagement Practitioner, you will play a key role in fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and trauma-informed environment where people feel heard, valued, and empowered. You will: Use your lived experience of recovery, substance use, or the criminal justice system to support others on their own recovery journeys. You will assist the Peer Advocacy and Engagement Practitioner and the wider Via team in delivering recovery-focused activities, promoting service user involvement, and helping people access the support they need. Support the Peer Advocacy and Engagement Practitioner to provide peer-based support and advocacy. Use your lived experience to inspire hope and model recovery in a safe, appropriate, and professional way. Assist with engagement activities that encourage participation and feedback, helping to shape and improve services. Support the delivery of harm reduction advice, guidance, and information - for example, around overdose prevention, blood-borne virus awareness, and safer use practices (under staff supervision). Help connect service users with appropriate education, employment, wellbeing, and recovery opportunities. Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community partners to promote recovery-oriented and trauma-informed values. Assist with peer-led or group activities that promote wellbeing, confidence, and inclusion. Support the Peer Advocacy and Engagement Practitioner in gathering feedback, maintaining basic records of involvement, and ensuring confidentiality at all times. Promote service user involvement and ensure that people's voices are represented in a meaningful way across services. Support the Assessments and Outreach Team as required, such as helping with street outreach to engage/reengage homeless individuals and engage and build peer-to-peer relationship with street active individuals. In addition to the above you will be expected to participate in team meetings where relevant and to carry out other tasks as deemed necessary to support the needs of the service. What skills do I need? The role would be ideal for someone looking to develop their experience in the drug and alcohol field. While some knowledge of the sector is desirable, we are specifically looking for people who have a passion for the work that we do. A positive attitude and the desire to learn are essential, along with a non-judgmental and supportive approach to people who are facing problems with drugs and alcohol. What Via can offer you When you begin volunteering you will be allocated a volunteer supervisor who will act as your main point of contact in your service. They will provide you with ongoing support and supervision and will work closely with you throughout your time at Via. There is also a central volunteer services team that will support you while you are on placement. In addition, you can expect: A full induction to your role and continuous local training Access to central staff training opportunities Regular supervision Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses and lunch expenses Interested? Find out more about our Brent service . Check out our FAQs . Download our Volunteer Application Form . Download our Volunteer Equal Opportunities Form .
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
New Beginnings Brent is a full integrated community drugs and alcohol service for adults. The service provides psychosocial and pharmacological treatment, in partnership with CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust). The service also has an outreach team, including a dedicated sex worker project. About the role As a Volunteer Peer Advocacy and Engagement Practitioner, you will play a key role in fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and trauma-informed environment where people feel heard, valued, and empowered. You will: Use your lived experience of recovery, substance use, or the criminal justice system to support others on their own recovery journeys. You will assist the Peer Advocacy and Engagement Practitioner and the wider Via team in delivering recovery-focused activities, promoting service user involvement, and helping people access the support they need. Support the Peer Advocacy and Engagement Practitioner to provide peer-based support and advocacy. Use your lived experience to inspire hope and model recovery in a safe, appropriate, and professional way. Assist with engagement activities that encourage participation and feedback, helping to shape and improve services. Support the delivery of harm reduction advice, guidance, and information - for example, around overdose prevention, blood-borne virus awareness, and safer use practices (under staff supervision). Help connect service users with appropriate education, employment, wellbeing, and recovery opportunities. Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community partners to promote recovery-oriented and trauma-informed values. Assist with peer-led or group activities that promote wellbeing, confidence, and inclusion. Support the Peer Advocacy and Engagement Practitioner in gathering feedback, maintaining basic records of involvement, and ensuring confidentiality at all times. Promote service user involvement and ensure that people's voices are represented in a meaningful way across services. Support the Assessments and Outreach Team as required, such as helping with street outreach to engage/reengage homeless individuals and engage and build peer-to-peer relationship with street active individuals. In addition to the above you will be expected to participate in team meetings where relevant and to carry out other tasks as deemed necessary to support the needs of the service. What skills do I need? The role would be ideal for someone looking to develop their experience in the drug and alcohol field. While some knowledge of the sector is desirable, we are specifically looking for people who have a passion for the work that we do. A positive attitude and the desire to learn are essential, along with a non-judgmental and supportive approach to people who are facing problems with drugs and alcohol. What Via can offer you When you begin volunteering you will be allocated a volunteer supervisor who will act as your main point of contact in your service. They will provide you with ongoing support and supervision and will work closely with you throughout your time at Via. There is also a central volunteer services team that will support you while you are on placement. In addition, you can expect: A full induction to your role and continuous local training Access to central staff training opportunities Regular supervision Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses and lunch expenses Interested? Find out more about our Brent service . Check out our FAQs . Download our Volunteer Application Form . Download our Volunteer Equal Opportunities Form .
This is an exiciting opportunity to support our Operations Manager to oversee our established Housing Related Support service . The service provides flexible and bespoke, outcome-focused support packages to vulnerable single people, couples and families and expectant mothers over the age of sixteen to maintain their accommodation independently or who require HRS to access accommodation. The service offers support for up to 24 months, is fast paced and outcome focussed. It also provides support to around 40 adults with low level learning difficulties in their own homes over a longer period of time. You will offer support to the Operations Manager to line manage a staff team to ensure that they are working to meet service user goals and aspirations. You will also undertake a range of holistic assessments. You will work in a strengths based way to understand service user needs, and risk, creating support plans and accurate records on our ECCO system. You will build warm and trusting relationships with commissioners of various services, ensuring they receive accurate and timely information. You will support with case load management You will support the administrator to keep accurate records of start and end dates and reasons and working with our finance team to ensure accurate invoicing at all times. You will work closely with North East Lincolnshire Council and FOCUS (Adult Social care). You will attend Multi Agency Meetings and service user reviews to support staff. You will complete service audits and quality checks across all areas of delivery, working on areas for improvement, working on our ECCO system. You will work in a person centered and flexible way to ensure that all staff meet the aspirations of those people accessing the service. You will ensure the delivery of integrated interventions along their pathways to independence and recovery. The service is expected to support people with wide-ranging vulnerabilities and support needs, which may include a need for accommodation. You will also work within a trauma informed environment, understanding how to maximise the support you and your colleagues give to individuals. You will ensure we support individuals to Budget and pay their bills Build on existing skills and interest and develop new ones, including education and training Maintain their home or move Manage their health and well being by attending appointments and reporting concerns Enjoying a range of activities in the community Work with a range of partner agencies such as drug and alcohol services, social and private landlords, Adult Safeguarding teams, Probation Services, community policing, MIND, Navigo, The Job Centre Plus, local education providers etc. Build relationships with those in their network of support This role is predominantly during the working week and 9am to 5pm. The role will enable you to build valuable skills working with a range of adults in the community. Vacancy Reference Number: 85612 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme , we are also unable to accept Skilled Worker Visas .
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
This is an exiciting opportunity to support our Operations Manager to oversee our established Housing Related Support service . The service provides flexible and bespoke, outcome-focused support packages to vulnerable single people, couples and families and expectant mothers over the age of sixteen to maintain their accommodation independently or who require HRS to access accommodation. The service offers support for up to 24 months, is fast paced and outcome focussed. It also provides support to around 40 adults with low level learning difficulties in their own homes over a longer period of time. You will offer support to the Operations Manager to line manage a staff team to ensure that they are working to meet service user goals and aspirations. You will also undertake a range of holistic assessments. You will work in a strengths based way to understand service user needs, and risk, creating support plans and accurate records on our ECCO system. You will build warm and trusting relationships with commissioners of various services, ensuring they receive accurate and timely information. You will support with case load management You will support the administrator to keep accurate records of start and end dates and reasons and working with our finance team to ensure accurate invoicing at all times. You will work closely with North East Lincolnshire Council and FOCUS (Adult Social care). You will attend Multi Agency Meetings and service user reviews to support staff. You will complete service audits and quality checks across all areas of delivery, working on areas for improvement, working on our ECCO system. You will work in a person centered and flexible way to ensure that all staff meet the aspirations of those people accessing the service. You will ensure the delivery of integrated interventions along their pathways to independence and recovery. The service is expected to support people with wide-ranging vulnerabilities and support needs, which may include a need for accommodation. You will also work within a trauma informed environment, understanding how to maximise the support you and your colleagues give to individuals. You will ensure we support individuals to Budget and pay their bills Build on existing skills and interest and develop new ones, including education and training Maintain their home or move Manage their health and well being by attending appointments and reporting concerns Enjoying a range of activities in the community Work with a range of partner agencies such as drug and alcohol services, social and private landlords, Adult Safeguarding teams, Probation Services, community policing, MIND, Navigo, The Job Centre Plus, local education providers etc. Build relationships with those in their network of support This role is predominantly during the working week and 9am to 5pm. The role will enable you to build valuable skills working with a range of adults in the community. Vacancy Reference Number: 85612 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK - This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme , we are also unable to accept Skilled Worker Visas .
People's Place Peer Counselor (Internal Only + Kalispel Tribal Members) Kalispel Reservation, WA, USA Job Description Posted Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM Summary of Functions Responsible for monitoring and providing a safe and secure environment for transitional living residents at the People's Place in Usk, WA. This position will maintain coverage of residents at People's Place during various hours of operation. Peer Counselor will work with People's Place staff to ensure residents comply with all program policies and procedures. Peer Counselor will introduce new residents to the program & facility and give positive support to the efforts of residents, who may have only recently entered into recovery. Peer Counselors will provide education, training and support to residents at People's Place in the development of skills and tools to support a lifestyle in recovery. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintain coverage of residents at People's Place, including during various shifts. Ensure residents comply with all programs policies and procedures, including documentation and report of infractions. Assist with the move in/out process using various documentation tools (such as check lists, repair or inspection lists). Perform inspections to ensure cleanliness of property and participate in safety inspections when required. Provides control and documentation of transactions regarding all money, subsistence, medications, first aid supplies, mail, visitors, accountability checks and telephone calls. Conducts and documents scheduled internal and external inspections of the premises to maintain the health, safety and accountability of the residents. Complete security rounds of the People's Place premises and report suspicious activity. Diffuse potential crisis situations and take appropriate action in resolving crises. Complete a written transitional report for each shift and be actively involved in the shift transition. Identify appropriate resources to assist residents on their journey to independent living. Ability to problem solve basic maintenance issues and become knowledgeable of buildings, locations of shut off valves, fuse boxes, thermostats, gas and water meters, fire and alarm systems, boilers and hot water heaters. Treat residents and staff with respect as demonstrated through honest communications. Must be sensitive and responsible to the cultural differences in the organizations' service population and maintain healthy boundaries. Must have or be willing to develop working knowledge of homeless issues, oppression, client advocacy, community resource, drug and alcohol issues, and human development and actively assist clients in these areas Complete all necessary administrative tasks, including, maintenance and follow up with all paperwork, maintaining sign in sheet, phone calls and emails. Attend all in service trainings. Regularly communicate with People's Place Program Coordinator. Conduct random urinalysis and breathalyzers to ensure sober environment. Maintain Peer Counselor certification to allow for third party billing Meet training requirements on an ongoing basis as required for Peer Counselor Certification Ability to assist clients in the development of pro social behaviors Facilitation of support classes and events for clients and community members following guidelines provided Assist and support residents in pro social activities such as attending appointments Maintain overdose prevention training Maintain active abstinence from substance abuse Adhere to all applicable tribal, federal, or state privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited HIPPA and 42 CFR Part 2. Perform other duties as assigned Education High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Certification as a Peer Counselor through the Department of Behavioral Health and Recovery (must complete within 90 days of hire) Experience Minimum 1 year experience working with individuals experiencing chemical dependency problems (desired). Minimum 1 year freedom from alcohol and chemical abuse/addiction (required). Experience working in a similar residential setting (preferred). Experience working with people with a basic understanding of mental health and chemical dependency issues. Continue to meet the guidelines and requirements for Peer Counselor as set forth by Washington State governing agency Maintain active certification as a Peer Counselor Skills Must be able to train for blood borne pathogens, CPR, First Aid and other job related training. Ability to support goal setting and set appropriate limits with residents Strong interpersonal skills including oral and written communication. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to deal effectively with conflict. Ability to work flexible hours. High degree of dependability. Respect confidentiality and adhere to all privacy regulations. Knowledge of Kalispel Tribe and Pend Oreille County social services and other community resources. Valid driver's license with good driving record and ability to qualify for Kalispel Tribe's vehicle insurance. Ability to pass a Level 3 background check. Ability to observe behaviors and document them in an objective manner. Experience working with people with a basic understanding of mental health and chemical dependency issues. CPR Certification TB test Hepatitis A & B vaccinations required. Physical Requirements Walk, stand or sit for long periods of time Run to scene of disturbance or emergency Search areas for contraband that are not easy to access (e.g., under beds, in, behind, and around large equipment or furniture) Meet physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodation, including, lifting up to (50) fifty pounds on a regular basis and occasionally lifting in excess of up to (75) seventy five pounds with assistance. Sufficient mobility to stoop, reach, climb, kneel, and move about to perform job duties. Use hands and fingers to feel and grasp. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to tobacco smoke, moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The worker is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes, and is occasionally subject to outside environmental conditions and to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hiring Preference: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is an Equal opportunity employer. Consistent with federal law, the Kalispel Tribe of Indians applies Indian preference in employment. It is the policy of the Kalispel Tribe of Indians togive preference in hiring, promotions, and transfers into vacant positions to qualified applicants in the following order: 1) Kalispel Tribal Members; 2) Descendant or Spouse of an enrolled Kalispel Tribal Member; 3) enrolled members of other Indian Tribes; 4) all other applicants. At Will Employment: Employment with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians is at will and can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, either at the option of the employee or the Kalispel Tribe of Indians. Drug Testing: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is a drug free work place. All applicants are subject to drug testing at the time of hire and at unannounced times during employment. Background Investigation: All candidates and employees may be subject to a background investigation. Disclaimer: Certain Licenses and Certification requirements can be obtained once hired. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
People's Place Peer Counselor (Internal Only + Kalispel Tribal Members) Kalispel Reservation, WA, USA Job Description Posted Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM Summary of Functions Responsible for monitoring and providing a safe and secure environment for transitional living residents at the People's Place in Usk, WA. This position will maintain coverage of residents at People's Place during various hours of operation. Peer Counselor will work with People's Place staff to ensure residents comply with all program policies and procedures. Peer Counselor will introduce new residents to the program & facility and give positive support to the efforts of residents, who may have only recently entered into recovery. Peer Counselors will provide education, training and support to residents at People's Place in the development of skills and tools to support a lifestyle in recovery. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintain coverage of residents at People's Place, including during various shifts. Ensure residents comply with all programs policies and procedures, including documentation and report of infractions. Assist with the move in/out process using various documentation tools (such as check lists, repair or inspection lists). Perform inspections to ensure cleanliness of property and participate in safety inspections when required. Provides control and documentation of transactions regarding all money, subsistence, medications, first aid supplies, mail, visitors, accountability checks and telephone calls. Conducts and documents scheduled internal and external inspections of the premises to maintain the health, safety and accountability of the residents. Complete security rounds of the People's Place premises and report suspicious activity. Diffuse potential crisis situations and take appropriate action in resolving crises. Complete a written transitional report for each shift and be actively involved in the shift transition. Identify appropriate resources to assist residents on their journey to independent living. Ability to problem solve basic maintenance issues and become knowledgeable of buildings, locations of shut off valves, fuse boxes, thermostats, gas and water meters, fire and alarm systems, boilers and hot water heaters. Treat residents and staff with respect as demonstrated through honest communications. Must be sensitive and responsible to the cultural differences in the organizations' service population and maintain healthy boundaries. Must have or be willing to develop working knowledge of homeless issues, oppression, client advocacy, community resource, drug and alcohol issues, and human development and actively assist clients in these areas Complete all necessary administrative tasks, including, maintenance and follow up with all paperwork, maintaining sign in sheet, phone calls and emails. Attend all in service trainings. Regularly communicate with People's Place Program Coordinator. Conduct random urinalysis and breathalyzers to ensure sober environment. Maintain Peer Counselor certification to allow for third party billing Meet training requirements on an ongoing basis as required for Peer Counselor Certification Ability to assist clients in the development of pro social behaviors Facilitation of support classes and events for clients and community members following guidelines provided Assist and support residents in pro social activities such as attending appointments Maintain overdose prevention training Maintain active abstinence from substance abuse Adhere to all applicable tribal, federal, or state privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited HIPPA and 42 CFR Part 2. Perform other duties as assigned Education High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Certification as a Peer Counselor through the Department of Behavioral Health and Recovery (must complete within 90 days of hire) Experience Minimum 1 year experience working with individuals experiencing chemical dependency problems (desired). Minimum 1 year freedom from alcohol and chemical abuse/addiction (required). Experience working in a similar residential setting (preferred). Experience working with people with a basic understanding of mental health and chemical dependency issues. Continue to meet the guidelines and requirements for Peer Counselor as set forth by Washington State governing agency Maintain active certification as a Peer Counselor Skills Must be able to train for blood borne pathogens, CPR, First Aid and other job related training. Ability to support goal setting and set appropriate limits with residents Strong interpersonal skills including oral and written communication. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to deal effectively with conflict. Ability to work flexible hours. High degree of dependability. Respect confidentiality and adhere to all privacy regulations. Knowledge of Kalispel Tribe and Pend Oreille County social services and other community resources. Valid driver's license with good driving record and ability to qualify for Kalispel Tribe's vehicle insurance. Ability to pass a Level 3 background check. Ability to observe behaviors and document them in an objective manner. Experience working with people with a basic understanding of mental health and chemical dependency issues. CPR Certification TB test Hepatitis A & B vaccinations required. Physical Requirements Walk, stand or sit for long periods of time Run to scene of disturbance or emergency Search areas for contraband that are not easy to access (e.g., under beds, in, behind, and around large equipment or furniture) Meet physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodation, including, lifting up to (50) fifty pounds on a regular basis and occasionally lifting in excess of up to (75) seventy five pounds with assistance. Sufficient mobility to stoop, reach, climb, kneel, and move about to perform job duties. Use hands and fingers to feel and grasp. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to tobacco smoke, moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The worker is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes, and is occasionally subject to outside environmental conditions and to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hiring Preference: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is an Equal opportunity employer. Consistent with federal law, the Kalispel Tribe of Indians applies Indian preference in employment. It is the policy of the Kalispel Tribe of Indians togive preference in hiring, promotions, and transfers into vacant positions to qualified applicants in the following order: 1) Kalispel Tribal Members; 2) Descendant or Spouse of an enrolled Kalispel Tribal Member; 3) enrolled members of other Indian Tribes; 4) all other applicants. At Will Employment: Employment with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians is at will and can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, either at the option of the employee or the Kalispel Tribe of Indians. Drug Testing: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is a drug free work place. All applicants are subject to drug testing at the time of hire and at unannounced times during employment. Background Investigation: All candidates and employees may be subject to a background investigation. Disclaimer: Certain Licenses and Certification requirements can be obtained once hired. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Substance Misuse Recovery Worker Warrington Temporary - full time, 6 week contract £20.00 - £21.00 per hour Umbrella Morgan Hunt are working with a health and social care charity, who are recruiting for a full time Recovery Worker at their Warrington service for a 6 week temporary contract. The role - Recovery Worker Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey Providing screening, assessment, psychosocial interventions, recovery planning and onward referral Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community Promoting carer, service user and community involvement Providing advocacy for access to partnership services Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self determination. The candidate Experience of working within the substance misuse field, and the ability to manage a caseload and hit the ground running. A commitment to multi-agency working and establishing partnerships with other professions to achieve good outcomes for the service user group, e.g. mental health services, criminal justice agencies, community groups, etc. Experience of working in an outcomes - focussed environment. An Enhanced DBS on the update service. For more information about the role of Recovery Worker, please contact Annabelle on . Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
Apr 01, 2026
Seasonal
Substance Misuse Recovery Worker Warrington Temporary - full time, 6 week contract £20.00 - £21.00 per hour Umbrella Morgan Hunt are working with a health and social care charity, who are recruiting for a full time Recovery Worker at their Warrington service for a 6 week temporary contract. The role - Recovery Worker Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey Providing screening, assessment, psychosocial interventions, recovery planning and onward referral Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community Promoting carer, service user and community involvement Providing advocacy for access to partnership services Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self determination. The candidate Experience of working within the substance misuse field, and the ability to manage a caseload and hit the ground running. A commitment to multi-agency working and establishing partnerships with other professions to achieve good outcomes for the service user group, e.g. mental health services, criminal justice agencies, community groups, etc. Experience of working in an outcomes - focussed environment. An Enhanced DBS on the update service. For more information about the role of Recovery Worker, please contact Annabelle on . Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
