Substance Misuse Recovery Coordinator
JOB-20240911-46972578
Job Title: Substance Misuse Recovery Coordinator
Specialism: Substance Misuse
Location: Blackpool, UK
Salary: £22.00 per hour
Salary Type: Hourly
Job Type: Locum, Full Time
Contract Duration: Ongoing (Initial 2 Months)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Recovery Coordinator to join a dedicated substance misuse service in Blackpool. This full-time locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £22.00 and an initial two-month contract with the potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity to support individuals on their recovery journey, delivering person-centred interventions that promote positive change and long-term recovery.
Perks and benefits:
- Locum Job: Enjoy the flexibility and variety of locum work, giving you greater control over your work-life balance while broadening your professional experience.
- Competitive Pay: Earn £22.00 per hour, recognising your expertise and commitment to supporting individuals affected by substance misuse.
- Professional Development: Strengthen your knowledge and experience within substance misuse services while enhancing your career prospects.
- Networking Opportunities: Work alongside experienced multidisciplinary professionals and build valuable connections across health and social care services.
- Dynamic Working Environment: Gain experience within a well-established service where every day brings new challenges and rewarding outcomes.
What you will do:
- Complete comprehensive assessments to identify clients' individual needs and develop personalised recovery plans.
- Provide ongoing recovery-focused keywork sessions, supporting individuals through every stage of their treatment and recovery journey.
- Deliver harm reduction advice, motivational interventions, and relapse prevention strategies to promote positive outcomes.
- Facilitate one-to-one and group sessions that encourage engagement, education, and sustained recovery.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to coordinate holistic support.
- Regularly review client progress, adapting recovery plans to reflect changing needs and circumstances.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date case records in accordance with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Signpost and refer clients to appropriate community services, housing, employment, healthcare, and wellbeing resources.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working within substance misuse, drug and alcohol services, or a related recovery-focused role.
- Strong knowledge of recovery models, harm reduction principles, and person-centred support approaches.
- Excellent communication, assessment, and caseload management skills.
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- An enhanced DBS is desirable.
Blackpool offers far more than its famous seafront and iconic attractions. With a vibrant community, excellent local amenities, and beautiful coastal scenery, it provides an enjoyable place to live and work. Whether you're exploring the promenade, enjoying the lively entertainment scene, or relaxing by the beach, Blackpool offers the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle.
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Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Substance Misuse Recovery Coordinator in Blackpool.
Salary range
- £22 per hour