PH & SU - Substance Use Recovery Worker
On-siteLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive substance use assessments, including evaluating personal strengths and identifying risk factors for self-harm or suicide. Formulate, monitor, and review risk management plans to safeguard service users and families while delivering group intervention sessions and harm reduction services such as needle exchange. Develop person-centred recovery plans using a strength-based approach in partnership with clients and their support networks. Maintain clear professional boundaries, ensure accurate case note documentation, and coordinate multiagency working with statutory and nonstatutory partners. Manage caseloads effectively while adhering to information governance guidelines and key performance indicators.
Required Qualifications
- Substance use knowledge
- Experience and knowledge of effective caseload management
- Demonstrable skills and knowledge in assessing risk presented by clients to themselves and others
- Knowledge of engagement and intervention strategies
- Harm reduction, suicide and self-harm aware
- Organised with IT skills
- Ability to manage own time, prioritise activities and maintain accountability for your work
- Experience of working in partnership with different agencies
- Maintain clear professional boundaries
Desired Qualifications
- Relevant professional qualification
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