We are pleased to inform you about an exciting job opportunity for the role of Substance Misuse Early Intervention Worker. This position offers an umbrella pay rate of £22.00 per hour.
Key Responsibilities:
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Travel within the community to fulfill duties, utilizing the Youth Bus and Health and Well-being Bus.
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Deliver psychosocial and harm reduction interventions to young people, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Motivational Interventions.
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Provide advice and information to prevent substance misuse-related injuries and risky behaviors.
Qualifications:
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Valid Clean driver’s license (advantageous).
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Qualification in Youth Work or equivalent to NVQ Level 3 or other relevant professional qualification.
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Experience in delivering interventions aimed at stopping substance misuse.
Expectations:
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Flexibility to work during school hours, evenings, weekends, and holiday periods.
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Contribute to Enfield's National Drug Strategy goal of reducing drug use and promoting a healthier environment for young people.
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Increase awareness and deliver targeted support for substance misuse prevention and reduction.
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Undertake substance misuse screening and support young people in accessing treatment services.
Role Specifics:
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Based in the Youth Development Service, working across various projects including Youth Centres, Schools, Outreach Teams, and more.
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Maintain a small caseload of young people requiring treatment, supporting them in reducing or stopping substance misuse.
If you are passionate about making a difference in young people's lives and meet the qualifications, we would love to hear from you