Assertive Outreach Worker
Assertive Outreach Worker
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Job Description
Assertive Outreach Worker
About us
Big Life is in the business of changing lives. We fight inequality by working with people and places to create opportunities and inspire change. Whatever service we deliver to help people to change their lives we do thingsthe Big Life Way.
What youll be doing
As an Assertive Outreach Worker you will work with people who are experiencing problems with substance misuse across Bury Bolton Salford Trafford and in a Criminal Justice setting and who may be hard to engage or resistant to services.
Your role will involve facilitating individuals participation in treatment programs ensuring their specific requirements are met by fostering partnerships with various organisations such as Prisons Probation community groups hostels homelessness services pharmacies needle exchanges and housing providers. Through collaboration you will assist in tailoring support to suit each persons needs effectively.
What we need from you
- You will provide expertise on substance misuse for the benefit when returning to the communities of Bury Bolton Salford and Trafford.
- You will actively attempt to reengage individuals who have dropped out or have become detached from services.
- You will support community initiatives which promote recovery.
- You will use a range of evidencebased tools and techniques for motivating clients.
- You will develop effective relationships with a range of external organisations and agencies.
- You need an enhanced level DBS check for this role.
What we will offer you in return
- An annual salary of 30060 (NJC SCP 17
- A fixedterm fulltime contract until March 2026.
- 25 days holiday and 30 once youve been here five years.
- A relaxed culture where you are expected to plan your own day take breaks when you need them and enjoy your work.
- Ongoing personal and professional development through regular supervision
- A supportive flexible approach to managing staff health and wellbeing including a wide range of perks schemes and support.
What next
If you are passionate about supporting people in their recovery journey and possess the necessary skills then click apply and complete the short application process.
Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to creating a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace and would especially like to hear from applicants from Black Asian and other racially marginalised communities.
The closing date for applications is Friday 25 April at 5pm. Applications received after this time will not be considered and CVs will not be accepted. Interviews will take place the week beginning Monday 5 May.
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Big Life strives to be diverse and inclusive a place where we can all be ourselves. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society. You can read on our careers site about the actions we are taking ourselves to fight inequality and inspire change.
We actively value the lived experiences and expertise of our staff volunteers and the people who use our service and see the extra value that they bring to our organisation.
Your health and happiness is important to us so we offer a comprehensive staff wellbeing package.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will be subject to enhanced DBS checks.
The Big Life group positively promotes diversity in the workforce.
The Big Life group is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
Employment Type
Full-Time
