Support Worker - Community Connector - (3) - Assessment and Engagement Team (Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire)
£23,088 per annum
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
You have a good understanding of the harm caused by alcohol and drug use to adults, young people, children, families, and society, and a sympathetic approach to people who misuse them.
All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Aquarius as a Support Worker (Community Connector – Assessment and Engagement Team).
Aquarius is a charity that helps people and communities overcome the harm caused by alcohol, drugs, and gambling. We are part of ‘One Recovery Buckinghamshire’ (ORB), a partnership between Inclusion (MPFT NHS Trust), Aquarius, and Build on Belief providing support for alcohol and drug issues across Buckinghamshire.
We are looking for two Support Workers (Community Connectors – Assessment and Engagement Team) to join our team. We have three positions available in Aylesbury. Please state on the supporting statement which position (or both) you are applying for.
Your challenge? To provide advice, support, advocacy, and key work for recovery plans and undertake elements of assessment and case management as directed. And, all the while, we’ll expect you to operate in a way that recognises and values diversity and understands the functional model of substance use, the Recovery Agenda, and the problems caused by alcohol and drug misuse.
Preferably with an NVQ 2/3 in Social Care, or willing to attain this, you are used to working to policy and procedural requirements that include child protection, vulnerable adults, confidentiality, and health & safety. We’ll also be looking for good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and fulfil data requirements. A flexible approach is important too, as is a commitment to taking a client-centred approach to providing services and working in a way that recognises and values diversity.
This is a permanent full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37 hours per week.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background.
This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.
To apply please submit a CV and supporting statement which should clearly outline your skills and experience.
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