Prison Substance Misuse Recovery Practitioner

Practice Plus Group; Ilford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a compassionate and driven Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to support patients in a secure environment. This full-time position involves delivering personalized care, managing caseloads, and conducting group sessions. Candidates should have relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a non-judgemental approach. The role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and various employee benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

Discounts on shopping and leisure activities

Employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Experience in a prison or secure environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with multi-disciplinary frameworks including health care and mental health pathways.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care to psychosocial patients and manage a caseload of 30-40.
• Conduct group sessions on overdose awareness and harm reduction.
• Prepare patients for release and transfer.

Skills

Substance misuse experience

Excellent communication skills

Non-judgemental approach

Compassionate approach

Flexible approach

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a compassionate and driven Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to support patients in a secure environment. This full-time position involves delivering personalized care, managing caseloads, and conducting group sessions. Candidates should have relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a non-judgemental approach. The role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and various employee benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.