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The Nelson Trust
Port Lane
Brimscombe
Stroud
Gloucestershire
GL5 2QJ
Tel: 01453 885633
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Recovery Support Worker - 311
Stroud
Are you passionate about supporting individuals in overcoming addiction and trauma? The Nelson Trust is seeking a dedicated Recovery Support Worker to join our team in Stroud in our women’s service. In this role, you will support clients in residential addiction treatment, addressing their practical needs alongside the clinical team. This varied role requires a passionate, energetic, and supportive individual who can assist clients with housing, financial claims, and health matters, ensuring they engage fully with their treatment programme.
You will be responsible for preparing for new admissions, supporting clients with prescription medication, and maintaining accurate client records. Establishing and maintaining multi-agency working relationships is crucial to provide a comprehensive and coordinated package of care. You will also be involved in reviewing care plans, ensuring clients adhere to treatment rules, and transporting clients to appointments.
We are looking for someone with knowledge or experience in a residential addiction treatment setting, a thorough understanding of safeguarding procedures, and excellent organisational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be able to build strong relationships with clients and other professionals, remain calm under pressure, and have a considered decision-making process.
If you are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of our clients and have a flexible approach to work, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those seeking recovery.
Due to the nature of the work carried out in our Women’s Centres this role is restricted to female applicants only in accordance with the provisions of the occupational requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1).
We have become known for the quality of our work and ability to provide bespoke care and support services. While we are proud of our achievements so far, we are ambitious and want to continue to grow and diversify our workforce.
We recognise that employees from different backgrounds bring unique knowledge, perspectives and experiences and we are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from individuals across all sectors of society.
This is an opportunity for new, challenging and highly rewarding experiences. Our staff make a real difference to people’s lives and in return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer a comprehensive training and development programme a generous pension scheme and a positive working environment.
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Salary: £23,000
Hours Per Week: 35
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