At Change Grow Live, we're driven by the belief that we can truly impact the lives of our service users. We offer a safe, supportive environment, honouring each individual and working collaboratively to identify the best treatment and care options. Our core values - 'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold' - guide us daily as we help people reshape their lives, grow as individuals, and embrace life to the fullest. Are you experienced, skilled, and passionate about making a meaningful difference? We're seeking a dedicated Hidden Harm Family and Children Worker to engage and assess our service users, ensuring they receive timely, personalised interventions that cater to their unique needs. With this role you’ll be working as part of a busy community alcohol team Where: Hornchurch Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week Full Time Salary Range : £27,449.53 - £31,529.41 based (pro rata for part time hours) Allowances: £2163.27 Outer London Weighting (pro rata for part time hours) About the role: To holistically support CYP affected by parental substance misuse, using a range of interventions including group work, 1:1 work, whole family interventions, safety planning and safeguarding working closely and proactively with the family unit to support positive and sustainable outcomes. Identify families in conjunction with other agencies, who will benefit from a Think Family / Whole family approach, negotiating participation and engagement with the programme of care. Identifying and responding effectively to potential safeguarding issues. Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to young people and the wider community. Working with young people to support positive, holistic outcomes in relation to their health and wellbeing, enabling them to lead safe, healthy, and purposeful lives: reducing risk and increasing resilience Working flexibly across sites where required What we are looking for : Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by substances and mainly opiate use. Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills. Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills. Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices. Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders. Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users. Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards. Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues. What We Offer: 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing yearly for the first 5 years. A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme. Participation in a contributory pension scheme. A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more. A warm and supportive team environment. Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities. Generous refer a friend scheme Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,449.52 - £31,529.41) Outer London Weighting (£2,163.27) 5/12/2024 Nicola Kennedy | Nicola.Kennedycgl.org.uk | 07909097621 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.