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Caritas Futures is supporting well-respected Children's Charity dedicated to delivering high-quality services and interventions to children and young people as a Children & Young People Substance Misuse Worker based in Torbay.
Be part of a dynamic team that prides itself on making a real difference.
It will be Temp role until April poss longer- January start.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess and treat young people with identified drug/alcohol problems.
Work with individual young people and their families, including those identified by the YOT Team.
Deliver tailored, evidence-based group work programmes.
Implement drug prevention and harm minimisation strategies.
Provide specialist consultation to other professionals.
Collaborate across agency boundaries, serving both statutory and third sectors.
Offer comprehensive and flexible assessment services.
Provide accessible information, advice, and support on substance misuse issues.Essential Requirements:
Social Work degree or equivalent, or relevant professional qualification (e.g., Youth & Community, Education, NVQ 3 Health & Social Care, HNC in Social Care or Early Years).
Knowledge of substance misuse and the Criminal Justice Process related to young people.
A driving licence, access to a car, and willingness to travel across the region.At Caritas Futures, we prioritise the well-being of everyone we work with. As specialists in the charity sector, we understand the sensitive and challenging nature of the work our candidates do. When you join Caritas Futures, you will benefit from:
A dedicated recruitment specialist.
Unparalleled placement support.
Access to an exceptional well-being package, including counselling, the Head-space app, and weekly exercise classes.
Apply Now to make a difference in the lives of young people in Torbay!
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
