Support Worker (Substance Misuse)NHS

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

Our team is expanding, and we are looking for a Substance Misuse Support Worker to join our growing service at HMP Risley. HMP Risley is a Category C male prison in Warrington, with capacity of around 1,100. HMP Risley exclusively houses persons convicted of a sexual offence (PCSO). Practice Plus Group provides primary care, mental health and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.   This is a rewarding opportunity to work within substance misuse, while gaining exposure to a wider multidisciplinary team in a unique and supportive healthcare environment.   We are looking for someone with substance misuse experience and knowledge of current issues within the pathway.      Salary   £25,557 - £29,723 per annum

Working Pattern

Hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00.

Important Information

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
• All offers of employment are subject to enhanced vetting and security checks due to the nature of the role

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Main duties of the job

This is a clinical role, and duties include:

• Running and supporting healthcare clinics (bloods, observations, ECGs, NHS Health Checks)
• Working in reception (Early Days in Custody), carrying out basic health assessments and bloodborne virus screening
• Assess and monitor deteriorating patients, including completion and interpretation of NEWS2 scores, and escalate concerns appropriately
• Supporting health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
• Acting as pharmacy second checker and assisting with medication rounds
• Working collaboratively with nurses, GPs, and wider healthcare professionals

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

Job description

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

Our team is expanding, and we are looking for a Substance Misuse Support Worker to join our growing service at HMP Risley. HMP Risley is a Category C male prison in Warrington, with capacity of around 1,100. HMP Risley exclusively houses persons convicted of a sexual offence (PCSO). Practice Plus Group provides primary care, mental health and substance misuse services across the wings, clinic areas, inpatient facilities, and reception services.   This is a rewarding opportunity to work within substance misuse, while gaining exposure to a wider multidisciplinary team in a unique and supportive healthcare environment.   We are looking for someone with substance misuse experience and knowledge of current issues within the pathway.      Salary   £25,557 - £29,723 per annum

Working Pattern

Hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00.

Important Information

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
• All offers of employment are subject to enhanced vetting and security checks due to the nature of the role

#LI-AB1

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

What Were Looking For

• Experience within a substance misuse role
• Care Certificate and/or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Clinical skills such as bloods (venepuncture) are desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of substance misuse / mental health issues
• A resilient, proactive, and enthusiastic approach to patient care
• Ability to work effectively in a secure and fastpaced environment

ecure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.