We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall’s most excluded and disadvantaged people. We have various positions available in our Drug and Alcohol Outreach, Hospital Outreach and Housing teams. Successful candidates will also work alongside in-house services which include community, clinical, criminal justice and a residential rehabilitation facility.
WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen.
All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included.
Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised
Drug and Alcohol Outreach
This role will be working alongside other services providing outreach support to clients around Cornwall with drug and alcohol issues who are struggling to maintain their housing. You will work alongside the Adult Community Service and the Young People’s Service to ensure that an accessible treatment offer is available to those who find themselves rough sleeping or in insecure accommodation.
You will be a resilient and committed individual who has an understanding of the problems faced by individuals finding themselves homeless or in insecure accommodation.
Floating Support Outreach
As a Floating Support Outreach Worker, you will be trained in all specialisms mentioned above and in Hospital Outreach. You will provide support to the teams, depending upon where the need is greatest.
Due to the outreach basis of these role, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required. The post holder will be required to work 37.5 hours per week with occasional weekend work.
Please confirm in your cover letter which area you are interested in.
Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Diversity Statement
As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people’s lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people and armed forces veterans.
Our ideal candidate:Evidence of continuous professional development. OCN/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or willing to achieve this within 12 months.
Demonstrable experience working in the fields of outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse, or another specialist setting
Successful track record of working with substance misuse clients
Resilient and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure
Knowledge and understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for service users
Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, assessment, care planning and key working
Ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders Ability to work effectively as a team player.
Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (the role will involve travelling to a variety of centres across Cornwall)
Ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required
