Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals? Turning Tides is seeking a dedicated specialist Residential Substance Misuse Worker to join our Recovery Project team.
About the Role
As a Residential Substance Misuse Worker, you’ll play a vital role in helping residents achieve recovery, independence, and resettlement. Working within our dedicated residential service, you will provide specialist support to residents with complex needs, including substance misuse, mental health challenges, and histories of trauma. You’ll help clients develop skills for independent living, manage risks associated with substance use, and support them on their recovery journey.
Key Responsibilities
* Specialist Substance Misuse Support: Deliver tailored support and key working to residents with multiple, complex needs. Provide regular interventions, practical life-skills training, and support for withdrawal management.
* Housing Management: Oversee resident inductions, tenancy responsibilities, and ensure health and safety standards. Assist clients with budgeting, benefits, and maintaining housing stability.
* Resident Empowerment: Encourage a safe, respectful, and positive environment, helping residents take ownership of their personal and communal spaces.
* Record Keeping & Compliance: Maintain accurate records, manage resident files, and adhere to all health, safety, and safeguarding protocols.
About You
We are looking for someone with –
* Experience and Knowledge: A solid background in supporting individuals with substance misuse, mental health, or personality disorders within a residential care setting.
* Empathy and Resilience: Ability to inspire clients to make positive changes, showing empathy while maintaining professional boundaries.
* Organisational Skills: Strong time management and ability to prioritise tasks.
* Flexibility: Willingness to work shifts, including unsociable hours, and occasionally support clients at off-site appointments across West Sussex.
Staff Benefits at Turning Tides
Supporting Your Wellbeing and Growth
* Flexible Working Considered: We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are committed to considering flexible working arrangements that suit your needs.
* Health Cash Plan: Gain access to a comprehensive health cash plan for contracted employees, ensuring you have the support you need for your healthcare expenses.
* Community Impact: Play a pivotal role in a community-led organisation with a profound mission, contributing to positive change and making a meaningful impact.
* Stakeholder Pension Scheme: Participate in our stakeholder pension scheme, securing your financial future with a valuable retirement savings plan.
* Healthcare and Life Assurance: Enjoy the security of a healthcare cash plan and life assurance, providing you and your loved ones with peace of mind.
* 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access round-the-clock support for your wellbeing, offering valuable advice and money-saving resources to enhance your overall health and happiness.
* Local Discounts: Benefit from local discounts, including exclusive offers on gym memberships, promoting your physical and mental well-being.
* Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy up to 25 days of annual leave, with the potential for increases based on your service with us, providing you with the time to recharge and pursue personal interests.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey of impact and growth, we want to hear from you! Click on ‘Apply Online’ to the right side of the advert, answer the shortlisting questions and submit your CV today. Don’t wait – together, let’s turn the tide and create brighter futures for all.
In this role, employees will be scheduled for shifts covering Monday through Sunday, with the potential to work some Bank Holidays.
£28,137 per annum
6th July 2025
Interview date:
To be arranged, interview ongoing and may be held before the closing date
Millions of people in England are only one pay cheque away from being homeless.
Turning Tides have provided support to thousands of local men and women in West Sussex for almost 30 years.
We provide a warm, safe space to listen to anyone who comes to us for help. Our support services empower people to find the strength and belief in themselves to create a brighter future.
Together we can make a difference and end homelessness where you live.
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