Job summary The Role of Recovery Caretaker exists to ensure our service users are provided with round the clock support whilst engaging in Addiction Therapy. The Recovery Caretaker plays an integral part of a service users recovery journey. Working with a cohort of service users with the main emphasis on support, whilst offering consistency, safety, and security within the treatment accommodation Main duties of the job Check in on wellbeing of service users, review file notes and handovers, update service user records, health and safety checks, offer encouragement and support, respond to service user queries. About us Acorns Recovery Care Taking team live in our recovery properties to provide the highest standards of support and care to service users ensuring their environment is safe and accommodating. Through commitment, creativity and expertise, Acorn will inspire and motivate change within communities and future generations by enabling individuals to achieve a Life Worth Living Date posted 23 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £23,465 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number E0426-REQ002293 Job locations Centenary Court Croft Street Burnley Lancashire BB11 2ED Acorn Recovery Projects 130 Mile End Lane Stockport Cheshire SK2 6BY Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for a passionate person who has some experience and/or knowledge of drug and alcohol recovery. The role will live-in one of our abstinent rehab residences and involves providing overnight support to clients in treatment for their addiction as well as some maintenance management for the property. If you are a calm, compassionate and reliable individual with good organisational skills then we have a rewarding role that might just be perfect for you Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for a passionate person who has some experience and/or knowledge of drug and alcohol recovery. The role will live-in one of our abstinent rehab residences and involves providing overnight support to clients in treatment for their addiction as well as some maintenance management for the property. If you are a calm, compassionate and reliable individual with good organisational skills then we have a rewarding role that might just be perfect for you Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in a team environment & lone working Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to remain calm under pressure. Ability to maintain accurate records. Good communication skills the ability to communicate at a variety of levels. Knowledge of recovery environments/understanding of the recovery process. Flexibility around working hours. Good professional boundaries. Ability to work towards policies and procedures Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in a team environment & lone working Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to remain calm under pressure. Ability to maintain accurate records. Good communication skills the ability to communicate at a variety of levels. Knowledge of recovery environments/understanding of the recovery process. Flexibility around working hours. Good professional boundaries. Ability to work towards policies and procedures Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name The Calico Group Address Centenary Court Croft Street Burnley Lancashire BB11 2ED Employer's website https://calicojobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)