We are currently working in partnership with a charity based in Newham, who are recruiting for a Support Worker on a permanent contract. The position is due to start on notice. The salary ranges between £28,000 - £32,000 per annum.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience understanding the range of approaches needed towards those struggling with drug or alcohol, substance misuse and complex needs.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Ensuring all casework is properly recorded and service offers & outcomes are entered into the CRM
• Actively collecting follow up information with regards to outcome and reconnections
• Dealing with immediate support needs of the residents as appropriate
• Assessing resident safety and developing risk management strategies with the resident and other services involved
• Ensuring all service delivery policies and decisions made by Team Manager are observed and followed

Experience required:

• Working with clients in a trauma-informed way
• Using motivational interview techniques to produce and approach referrals

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• IT skills and particularly Microsoft Office packages
• Identifying and dealing with substance misuse

Working hours:

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday – Friday
• 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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