Job Title: Addictions Support worker
Location: Musselburgh
At Search Health care, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive support to individuals battling addiction. Our mission is to empower service users to overcome their challenges and achieve lasting recovery through personalised care and support.
Job Description:
I am looking for a dedicated and empathetic Support Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others and a commitment to providing high-quality support to service users with addictions. As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in assisting our clients on their journey to recovery, offering practical and emotional support, and facilitating access to essential services.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Previous experience working with individuals with addictions or in a related support role is required
- Education: A relevant qualification in social work, psychology, counselling, or a related field is preferred.
- Skills: Excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Knowledge: Understanding of addiction, recovery processes, and the social services landscape.
- Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Provide Direct Support: Offer one-on-one support to service users, helping them manage their addiction and work towards recovery goals.
- Develop Care Plans: Collaborate with service users to create personalised care plans that address their unique needs and circumstances.
- Facilitate Access to Services: Assist clients in accessing health care, housing, employment, and other support services.
- Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate support and intervention in crisis situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of service users.
- Group Support Sessions: Lead and participate in group therapy and support sessions, fostering a sense of community and shared experience among clients.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of service user progress and report on their development to the team.
- Advocacy: Advocate for the rights and needs of service users, ensuring they receive fair treatment and access to necessary resources.
Benefits:
- Great rate of pay
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities
How to Apply: If you have the skills and experience required for this role and are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others, I would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.