Join Our Team as a Detox Recovery Worker!
At Turning Point, one of the largest providers of substance use services in England, we are dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their lives from addiction. As a Detox Recovery Worker in our Smithfield Detox Service, you will play a pivotal role in transforming lives and supporting those facing challenges with drugs and alcohol. If you are passionate about making a difference, this is the opportunity for you!
Your Role
Located in the heart of Manchester, our 22-bed specialist in-patient detoxification unit offers a safe and supportive environment for recovery. Here’s what you can expect:
* Support our clinical and recovery teams in delivering high-quality, person-centred services.
* Engage with clients through group work and activities, providing individual support.
* Empower individuals to make informed choices about their recovery journey.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
* Has proven experience as a Recovery Worker or in a similar role.
* Possesses a deep understanding of substance use and the Recovery Agenda.
* Demonstrates flexibility and knowledge of relapse and barriers to recovery.
* Has excellent communication skills and ideally holds a vocational qualification (e.g., NVQ 3 or equivalent).
Why Choose Turning Point?
As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we take pride in our commitment to our staff and the communities we serve. Operating on a not-for-profit basis, we reinvest every penny back into our services and our people. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Benefits and Growth Opportunities
* Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 25 days of paid holiday per year, plus Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 27 days.
* Flexible Holiday Options: Buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
* Career Development: Access to excellent training and opportunities for career progression.
* Recognition and Celebration: A culture that values and celebrates your contributions.
Join us at Turning Point and be part of a team that believes in the power of change. Together, we can improve the lives of those we support while enhancing your own career journey!
Note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate before the advertised closing date.