Day Webster are currently recruiting for a Band 5 Recovery Worker to support HMP Isle of Wight.
The role is for those accessing treatment with alcohol or substance dependency, mainly opiate dependency.
Essential experience:
Prior experience within a structured drug and alcohol treatment system.
Working with those prescribed OST, alongside other prescribed interventions.
You will offer PSI interventions and be well versed in harm reduction principles to reduce drug and alcohol related harm.
Prison clearance is essential
The role is Mon – Fri, 9am to 5pm
Key responsinilities:
Provide harm reduction advice, information, and support with an emphasis on safer drug use, safer sex, HIV, Hepatitis A, B and C and other blood borne infections
Be responsible for maintaining a full case load of clients as the key worker.
To carry out comprehensive assessments, construct care packages with multi-disciplinary colleagues where required, review care plans in a structured format and manage onward referral.
To assist and support nurse prescribers during prescribing clinics.
To provide a range of structured psycho-social interventions including CBT based brief solution focused therapy and motivational enhancement techniques.
To create and facilitate group work interventions.
To provide a needle exchange service.
Demonstrable commitment to service user involvement.
To work with a range of professional in ensuring service users’ needs in terms of safeguarding and mental health are met.
Encourage and work with service users to move forward in their recovery
Encourage and work intensively with service users to support them move away from maintenance treatment where appropriate
To find out more about this opportunity please email your CV to (url removed)
What you need – Role requirements
1. Right to Work Document
2. DBS Certificate (Update service desirable)
3. 2 x Referee contact details
4. Relevant experience in Substance Misuse and Recovery Services
Day Webster Group currently have positions throughout the United Kingdon, Channel Islands, and Republic of Ireland for Mental Health and Talking Therapy Professionals of all Bands between 3 – 8c; If this isn’t the right role for you and you would be eager to speak to a Specialist Industry expert to discuss your personal requirements and further roles available, contact the team on (url removed)
Why work for Day Webster Group?
Daily payroll
Access to some of the UK’s most sought-after roles
Timesheet submissions via Mobile
Specialist Industry expert as your dedicated Day Webster Agent available 24/7
Industry leading fast-tracked compliance
Free revalidation support
UK leading referral programs
Accommodation & Travel assistance
Annual contributions for training and CPD courses
Annual Loyalty reward programs
Professional growth opportunities and continuous development support.
Uncapped top tier “Refer a friend” scheme.
About Day Webster Group
As one of the UK’s largest healthcare recruitment agencies, Day Webster Group are not only about filling positions; we're about building careers and fostering a community of professionals dedicated to excellence in healthcare.
Since 2009, Day Webster Group has stood out for our innovative approach, earning numerous awards, including placements on The Sunday Times Fast Track 100 list and regional Best Companies to Work For. Recognised for our commitment to excellence and our deep appreciation for the vital roles our staff play, we support our team members at every step, offering opportunities for those looking for new challenges or aiming to make a significant impact in various healthcare settings