GP in-reach Alcohol Key Workers
Location
Cambridgeshire | United Kingdom
Job description
Our Work Changes Lives - It Could Change Yours.
Change Grow Live are a leading substance misuse charity whose ingrained core values are ‘Be open, compassionate and bold’.
We Are Seeking Passionate Alcohol Key Worker to join our new GP In-reach Team!
Our Cambridge service is a vibrant, collaborative team, comprising a dedicated lineup that includes a service manager, consultant psychiatrists, medical professionals, compassionate nurses, attentive healthcare assistants, empathetic recovery staff, passionate volunteers, efficient administrators, and supportive peer mentors.
Together we are committed to transforming lives and fostering hope.
We believe that every person deserves the opportunity to overcome addiction and build a brighter future.
Change Grow Live is a dedicated charity driven by the belief that we can profoundly impact the lives of our Service Users. We provide unwavering support and respect within a secure environment, valuing each individual and collaboratively charting their unique path towards the most suitable treatment and care options.
Our team strive to facilitate transformative change in people's lives, nurture their personal growth, and enable them to experience their life's full potential.
Join Our Team as a Alcohol Key Worker
In your role you will be stationed within local GP surgeries and communities, offering invaluable assistance to individuals identified as needing support to address their alcohol use. Your responsibilities encompass delivering a spectrum of interventions and providing comprehensive support aimed at fortifying resilience and enhancing their ability to attain their aspirations and foster recovery.
Working in close collaboration with GPs and healthcare professionals, you will bridge the gap for those who have not yet accessed our services.
Position Details
• Location: Cambridge
• Start Date: Immediate placement is our goal
• Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (24-month Fixed-Term Contract)
• Salary: Competitive salary in accordance with CGL Scale 23 – 28, depending on experience.
About the role:
• Provide psycho-social interventions within the primary care setting to those who are not currently accessing the core CGL Cambridgeshire hubs.
• To work collaboratively with the professionals in GP settings to provide support to those with alcohol and/or substances use issues.
• Working with the professionals in Primary Care and CGL to ensure the people we support have regular health checks including BBVs and other relevant screenings where required.
• To provide follow up support in the community.
About you:
• Possess a deep understanding of substance misuse issues and have experience working in a similar field.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing, and exhibit proficiency in IT.
• Be proactive and capable of working independently, showcasing strong time management and prioritisation abilities.
• Have a solid working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.
• Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the ability to navigate and manage change successfully, always prioritising the needs of service users.
• Understand the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to and applying all necessary safeguards.
• Actively seek learning opportunities to enhance and broaden your professional knowledge and skills, and contribute to the learning and development of others.
What we offer you:
• 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with the potential to increase by one day for each year of service (capped at 30 days).
• Paid "Wellness" hour each week, in addition to access to a "Wellness" hub and Employee Assistance Program.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Various benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Training, career development, and progression opportunities.
• Participate in our refer-a-friend scheme and receive £250 in vouchers if your recommended candidate is successfully hired.
Please review the attached Job Description for a more detailed outline of responsibilities and Person Specifications.
Apply Today! If you're ready to elevate your career and add some real contribution to the well-being of individuals enduring addiction, we want to hear from you.
Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those we work with.
Our services are utilised by people from vastly diverse backgrounds, and the same applies to our colleagues.
Change Grow Live promotes inclusivity and diversity to nurture and champion an effective and welcoming workplace culture.
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