Recovery Workers - Glasgow (Permanent and Fixed Term) Vacancies: 4 Job Description Our vibrant and busy services in Glasgow provides support to people concerned about their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use.
We have 2 Recovery Hubs, one each in in Maryhill and Bridgeton, however much of our work is carried out in the local community.
We work with people at all stages on their journey providing both one to one appointments and group work.
We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic Recovery Workers who are motivated to work as part of a thriving and diverse team, ensuring recovery opportunities are available for individuals at any point in their recovery journey.
You will strive to work collaboratively with partners and communities, ensuring that we are as accessible as possible and that the principles of a Recovery Oriented System of Care and true person centred practice are at the heart of all that we do.
An SVQ Level 3 in Social Services and Health care is essential for this post.
There are several posts available as below, please indicate which role(s) you are interested in as part of your application: North West Glasgow Recovery Hub - 1 full time permanent post, 1 full time, fixed term post until August 2025 North East Glasgow Recovery Hub - 1 full time permanent post, 1 full time, fixed term post until August 2025 The salary range for these positions is £23, 821.35 - £31,762.50 per annum, dependent on experience.
You will work as part of a team with the aims of: understanding your clients keeping them safe creating a plan they can achieve with your support checking in with them and reviewing their progress keeping accurate and timely records of your contact with them working effectively with other social care providers e.g.
Housing, to cover all aspects of their successful recovery continuously learning and reflecting to improve the outcomes for your clients supporting your colleagues across the service to deliver excellent care There will be assessments to carry out and records you need to keep and update, that's all part of our professional commitment and service to our clients and commissioners.
If you think this could be the career for you, take the first step and apply now to join our amazing team.
Diversity Statement As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff.
We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.
Required Skills We are looking for positive and motivated candidates who are able to communicate with a wide range of people and in different settings.
You will also be organised with excellent time management skills.
To be successful in this role you will: have attained SVQ level 3 in Social Services & Healthcare or equivalent already be registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) or meet the registration requirements have some experience of working in a health, social care, or related setting have some experience of delivering services in a community setting have knowledge and understanding of delivering evidence-based interventions have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise you work able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion and be happy to support other With You locations when needed Ideally you will also have previous experience of working or volunteering with people who misuse substances.
We welcome applications from those with lived experience.
You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced PVG check.
A full job description and person specification is available on request.
About The Company Everyone should feel comfortable getting the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol or mental health.
At We Are With You we work with people on their own goals, whether that's staying safe and healthy, making small changes or stopping an unwanted habit altogether.
We give people support in a way that's right for them either face to face in their local service, community or online.
We provide a free and confidential service without judgement to more than 100,000 people a year.
We use our expertise to improve the help available and raise awareness around drugs, alcohol and mental health so that more people can get support.
We Are With You.
Benefits Competitive salary 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays 2 days paid volunteer leave per year Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role!
Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make.
Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS/PVG check.