About the role:
1. Ensure Older adults have access the Substance Use Disorder Service.
2. Monitor Older adults unplanned exits from the service and ensure robust support in place to enable older adults to stay in treatment.
3. Have a good understanding that older adults have distinct needs .
4. Understand that older adults may have co-occurring conditions of mental health and substance use.
5. Know that older adults may be on a range of different medications and have effective liaison with clinical team, GP, and Multi-disciplinary team meetings.
6. May need signposting for age-sensitive treatment such as support for sensory, cognitive, and physical health problems.
7. Might need interventions at a slower pace, involving repetition and provision of written information.
About you:
8. Considerable experience of working with people with Substance Use.
9. Experience of working with Co-occurring conditions.
10. Experience of working with Older Adults
11. Sound knowledge of drugs and alcohol and their effects
12. Knowledge of blood borne viruses and sexual health
13. Excellent communication skills
14. Case management experience
What we will give to you:
15. 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days”
16. Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
17. Contributory pension scheme
18. Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
19. A friendly and supportive team
20. Training, career development & progression opportunities
Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here