Assessment and Engagement Worker - London, United Kingdom - Change Grow Live

Change Grow Live

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Overview:

Do you want a career that makes a real difference in people's lives?

At Change Grow Live, we're driven by the belief that we can truly impact the lives of our service users.

We offer a safe, supportive environment, honoring each individual and working collaboratively to identify the best treatment and care options.

Our core values - 'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold' - guide us daily as we help people reshape their lives, grow as individuals, and embrace life to the fullest.

Exciting Opportunity - Assessment and Engagement Worker

In this role, you'll be part of an active service, serving as the initial point of contact for both new and returning service users.

Your responsibilities include providing CGL intervention as required and conducting comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs and risks within our case management system.

In our vibrant Camden service, every day is a new experience, and we treat each person as a unique individual.

We are a diverse and collaborative team, comprising a dedicated ensemble that includes a service manager, consultant psychiatrists, medical professionals, compassionate nurses, attentive healthcare assistants, empathetic recovery staff, passionate volunteers, efficient administrators, and supportive peer mentors.

Where:
Camden

Hours:37.5 per week

Salary:
£27,449.53 to £31, dependent on experience).

Allowances:
£4,072.06 Inner London Weighting

Contract Type:
Fixed Term Contract until March 2025

Responsibilities:

Your responsibilties will include:

Offer triage and thorough assessments to individuals seeking treatment in both hub and community venues.
Provide recoveryoriented key working to a small caseload, employing a wide array of personcentered interventions as needed.
Involve individuals struggling with alcohol and illegal substance use from diverse regions in impactful, evidencebased treatment initiatives.
Remain flexible and participate in activities and tasks that directly address client and service needs.
Advocate for access to partnership services and collaborate with service users to foster social (re)integration, empowering them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives by promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and selfdetermination.

About you:

Demonstrate a deep understanding of substance misuse issues with prior experience in a related field and knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.
Exhibit exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, coupled with proficient IT abilities.
Show initiative and proactivity, with strong time management and prioritisation skills.
Foster a supportive team dynamic, showcasing strong interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with diverse professionals, agencies, and stakeholders.
Successfully navigate change, ensuring the needs of service users remain paramount.
Actively pursue learning opportunities to enhance and broaden your professional expertise, while also contributing to the learning and development of others.

What We Offer: