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Deliver the non-clinical substance misuse service in accordance with National Policy and Guidance and local protocols, specifically the Recovery Agenda.
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Working within the prison (HMP Forest Bank) and also in the local community working flexibly across the drug and alcohol treatment services.
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To complete appropriate assessments of problematic substance users in order to construct
individualised care plans to meet their needs.
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Provide relevant information, advice and support to substance users with the aim of reducing harm to themselves and others; reducing the risk of overdose, spread of communicable diseases and lapse/relapse.
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Promote the Recovery Agenda and encourage substance users to engage with the Recovery Pathway.
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Provide and facilitate psychosocial interventions in the form of 1-1 and group work sessions.
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Provide effective communication and integration with all relevant internal and external partners
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To work with in professional boundaries maintaining safety and appropriate confidentiality at all times.
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To deliver staff awareness training to promote the work of the Recovery team.
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A good level of numeracy and literacy
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Good interpersonal skills and have an Empathic approach.
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Good planning and organisational skills
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To have a keen interest in the substance misuse field and a passion to promote and encourage change
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Time management skills
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Good Facilitation Skills
Desirable
- NVQ in substance misuse