Weekend Support Worker (Recovery)
PT Hours: 4pm -12am Sat/Sun or 6pm to 12am Sat/Sun.
£11.44 per hour
Are you passionate about helping others? Come and work for The UK's leading Alcohol & Drug Rehab provider. Our mission is to provide high quality, person-centred, safe and effective treatment. We believe that anyone experiencing challenges with addiction & mental health is able to recover and achieve their true potential. At Bradford Oasis, we offer world-class treatment in comfortable and affordable facilities across the UK.
Position: Weekend Support Worker (Recovery) - Bradford
UKAT Values:
* Integrity & Respect
* Being accountable for our own actions
* Passionate about our services
* Having a humility & hunger to learn
* We LOVE success & encourage employee development for progression
* Simplicity & Excellence!
What we offer our Support Workers :
* Supportive Personal Development Plan
* Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
* 28 Days Holiday rising to 33 Days after 5 continuous years of service* (Pro rata)
* Company pension scheme
* On-site parking
* Blue Light Card discounts at thousands of retailers
* BUPA wellness programme
* Employee of the Month (£100 voucher)
* Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification support
* Employee appreciation days and awards
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide advice, emotional support, and guidance to clients, helping them maintain an abstinent lifestyle.
* Conduct physical observations of clients to ensure their well-being and safety.
* Collaborate with clients to develop personalised recovery plans addressing their individual needs.
* Ensure clients follow program guidelines and assist in investigating any breaches, including substance testing.
* Support clients with medication management, including audits and accurate record-keeping.
* Assist clients with daily living tasks such as life skills, benefits, and housing.
* Accompany clients to external appointments and assist in coordinating transport as necessary.
* Conduct and oversee client intake, assessment, and discharge procedures.
* Collaborate with the therapeutic team to manage risk effectively, ensuring timely and accurate risk management planning.
* Maintain accurate client records, databases, and statistics to support service evaluation.
* Facilitate the transfer of individuals between agencies and services.
Desired Skills and Experience:
* Experience in conducting physical observations and managing client well-being.
* Experience in providing emotional support to clients.
* NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent), or willingness to undertake the qualification.
* Strong organisational, communication, and time-management skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Competent in Word, Outlook, and Excel.
* Strong listening skills and empathy, with a non-judgmental attitude.
* Ability to manage risk and develop risk management plans.
* Experience handling high-pressure situations with a calm and caring approach.
* Excellent customer service skills.
The Recruitment Process:
* You will have an initial phone conversation with the Talent Acquisition Specialist which will be an informal chat and opportunity to ask questions about the position
* If you are successful in your initial phone conversation, you will be required to undertake an interview on-site or via video conference. (please note that if you have a video interview, you will be required to visit the centre at a later date for a tour).
* Our shortlisted candidates will be notified if they are successful within 5 working days post interview.