The South Shropshire Team at WithYou seeks a Recovery Worker covering Bridgnorth and nearby towns and villages. The frontline role centres on key work for people with drug, alcohol and mental health needs, managing an active caseload and coordinating care with partners. The rural patch means independent days across a wide area, with 37.5 hours a week including a Saturday rota. A driving licence and access to a vehicle are required, alongside health, social care or criminal justice experience or a clear motivation for the drug and alcohol sector.
What the job involves
- Manage an active caseload across towns and villages in South Shropshire
- Provide continuity of care through key work, care coordination and partnership working
- Deliver evidence-based recovery interventions to clients
- Connect quickly with clients and treat them with respect and dignity
- Build strong partnerships with local agencies and stakeholders
- Build meaningful relationships with clients and take part in the local community
- Work within a multi-disciplinary team that supports professional development
Experience
- Demonstrable experience in health, social care, criminal justice or another specialist setting, or a clear motivation for the drug and alcohol sector
- Successful track record of efficient and reliable customer service
Skills & knowledge
- Exceptional ability to build meaningful relationships
- Highly organised, with excellent communication and time management
- Proven ability to carry out comprehensive assessments, assess risk, devise care plans and deliver evidence-based interventions
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to maintain a high-quality service
- Compassionate, motivated and positive, engaging approach with clients and key stakeholders
Checks & eligibility
- Driving licence and access to a vehicle
What’s offered
- Annual pay progression to £30,900 a year
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