Brief Intervention Worker
Brief Intervention Worker
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Job Description
Overview
At Change Grow Live we are a passionate charity committed to empowering individuals to make meaningful changes in their lives. Our mission is to provide support respect and compassion in a safe and inclusive environment. We treat every individual as unique working alongside them to discover the right treatment and care options to help them thrive.
We live by our core values: Be open be compassionate and be bold. These values guide us in our mission to help people change the direction of their lives grow as individuals and reach their full potential.
Were looking for a Brief Intervention Worker who is resilient adaptable and motivated to make a real difference. In this role youll work with individuals facing substance misuse challenges helping them access the right support and interventions at the right time. No two days will be the same and youll have the chance to build meaningful connections and create lifechanging opportunities for the people we support.
Location: Coventry
Full TIme Hours: 37.5 hours per week spread over 7 days with weekend work being on rota
Salary: 25077..26(based on full time hours pro rata for parttime hours)
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage with individuals experiencing substance misuse challenges offering advice support and recoveryfocused interventions.
- Conduct personalised assessments to identify the best pathways for structured treatment.
- Coordinate clinical assessments with the nursing team as needed.
- Liaise with partner agencies to ensure seamless service user engagement.
- Deliver robust harmreduction advice and brief interventions during the triage process.
- Maintain and update the referralin spreadsheet.
- Proactively manage any safeguarding concerns that arise during the triage process.
About You
Were seeking a proactive and compassionate individual with:
- A solid understanding of substance misuse and experience in a similar field.
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with strong IT proficiency.
- The ability to work independently manage time effectively and prioritise competing demands.
- A flexible approach with the capacity to occasionally work late evenings.
- A willingness to conduct home visits where needed making a valid drivers license an advantage.
- Knowledge of mental health interventions and best practices.
- A teamoriented mindset with the ability to collaborate with diverse professionals and stakeholders.
- A commitment to safeguarding and adherence to information governance processes.
- A drive for continuous learning and professional growth including supporting the development of colleagues.
What We Offer
At Change Grow Live we believe in taking care of our team so they can focus on what they do best. We offer:
- 25 days holiday bank holidays) increasing with length of service (capped at 30 days).
- A paid wellness hour each week access to a wellness hub and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- A contributory pension scheme.
- A range of benefits including discounts on shopping cinema holidays and more.
- A friendly and supportive team environment.
- Training and development opportunities to help you progress in your career.
- A referafriend scheme with generous vouchers for successful referrals.
Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.
If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey withChange Grow Livethen we would love to talk to you.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship if you require it to work in the UK. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview GOV
Fulltime hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For parttime roles the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
ILW / OLW /Fringe
Closing Date
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
Employment Type
Full-Time
