It is an exciting time to join HMP Styal Recovery Service, after winning and extending our current contract for a further seven years from 1 April 2023.
If you are passionate, ambitious, and want to make a real difference within substance use, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an experienced and dedicated Recovery team at HMP Styal.
The role of Support Worker is essential within our day-to-day delivery within the Recovery Service and offers excellent learning and development opportunities within a secure environment, establishing essential links through the gate.
A Support Worker plays a key role in assisting the team of Recovery Coordinators in delivering recovery plans, maintaining accurate case records, and ensuring all service procedures are followed effectively. While the role is not primarily centered on direct intervention with prisoners, it involves regular contact with women in prison, assisting with their recovery journey by providing guidance and reinforcing the work of the Recovery Coordinators. The Support Worker helps maintain a structured and efficient service.
The Support Worker will provide services within Spectrum’s prison-based drug and alcohol recovery-oriented treatment model, as part of a flexible, innovative, and creative team. The role ensures that key elements of the service—assessment, case management, psychosocial interventions, release planning, and throughcare—are delivered to a high standard. The Support Worker will assist Recovery Coordinators in supporting service users to achieve recovery goals and positive outcomes, maximizing engagement and retention.
While not focused on direct intervention, the role involves regular contact with women in prison, providing guidance and support in their recovery journey, reinforcing the work of Recovery Coordinators. The position is flexible and adapts to meet the evolving needs of the service. The Support Worker will work effectively with colleagues under the direction of the Drug & Alcohol Service Manager (Recovery) and Senior Practitioners, maintaining high performance standards.
The role follows a strengths-based, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed approach. The Support Worker will collaborate with partners, contribute to parole, HDC, and ROTL processes, and attend adjudications and ACCT reviews when required. They will adhere to HR processes and work within service protocols to ensure successful outcomes for service users.
BE THE DIFFERENCE IN HEALTHCARE
We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our diverse and innovative team.
Whether you are starting out in your healthcare journey or are an experienced healthcare professional seeking a new challenge, we’ve got a role for you!
* Access to NHS Pension
* Annual leave on your birthday
* Welcome payment for some posts
* Refer a friend scheme for some posts
* Training and development opportunities
* Access to Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programmes
* Up to 33 days annual leave
Spectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award-winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not-for-profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company, our focus is on people—our patients, service users, staff, and partners.
We are building on our ambition to deliver the best in health and wellbeing based on a values-driven ethos, maintaining the highest standards of patient care and service. While we are expanding, we aim to grow without compromising on quality and social value.
Our Mission
Holistic interventions delivered with compassion for the stigmatised and marginalised in our communities.
Our Vision
Quality healthcare that makes a difference in people’s lives, regardless of circumstances.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Cara Pendlebury
Job title: Drug and Alcohol Service Manager
Email: cara.pendlebury@spectrum-cic.nhs.uk
Telephone: 01625 553270
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