Str Worker

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.
Our name reflects who we are – a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that’s right for them.
Our staff team changes lives. If you’re passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us as a Recovery Worker in West Dunbartonshire.
We are recruiting for a Recovery Worker to support our WithYou Community Service in West Dunbartonshire. We have a main Recovery Base however much of our work is carried out across the local community. We work with people at all stages on their journey providing both one to one support and structured group work, alongside wellbeing and social activities.
As a leading charity supporting people with drug, alcohol, and mental health challenges, we operate over 80 services across England and Scotland, providing free and confidential support to more than 100,000 people each year. Find out more about us on our website.
We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individuals 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 desirable for this post.
This role is full time and permanent with a starting salary of £26,250 per annum. There will be some Saturday working on a rota basis to meet the needs of the service. 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
~ An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
~ Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
~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 once your recommended friend has been employed for 6 months

have attained SVQ level 3 in Social Services & Healthcare or equivalent (this is desirable)
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 experience of delivering group work, specifically in outreach and community settings
have knowledge of health and safety, including assessing clients in high-risk situations
be comfortable using IT and digital media
A driving license and access to a vehicle is desirable
able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion and be happy to support other With You locations when needed
You will also need to meet our safeguarding requirements of a satisfactory enhanced PVG check.

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