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Waking Night Support Worker - Linwood House
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Waking Night Support Worker (Recovery)
Linwood House, Barnsley, S71
£12.71 per hour
43.75 hours per week on rolling 2 week rota
Shifts: 19:30 - 08:00 4 on - 4 off shift pattern
Do you have a passion to help people? Come and work for The UK's leading Alcohol & Drug Rehab provider. Our mission is to provide high quality, person-centred, safe and effective treatment. We believe that anyone experiencing challenges with addiction & mental health is able to recover and achieve their true potential.
Join our mission as a Waking Night Support Worker, at our centre Linwood House, Barnsley!
Why Join UKAT as a Waking Night Support Worker?
- Employee of the Month Scheme – You could receive up to £100 each month!
- Blue Light Card – Enjoy thousands of discounts at your favourite retailers.
- Wellness Programme with BUPA – Your health and well-being are a priority.
- Free Training and Development – Grow your skills with our ongoing opportunities.
- Birthday Off – Celebrate your special day with an extra day off!
- Company Pension Scheme – Plan for your future with our pension plan.
- Free On-site Parking – Hassle-free parking available for our team.
- Employee Appreciation Days – Win prizes and recognition for outstanding contributions.
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Our Core Values:
At the heart of everything we do are our four core values:
- Understanding – listening, empathising, and responding to individual needs.
- Kindness – treating everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion.
- Accountability – taking responsibility for our actions and maintaining high standards.
- Teamwork – working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.
Main Responsibilities of the Waking Night Support Worker:
- Offer advice, information, and support to clients, including referrals for aftercare focused on maintaining an abstinent lifestyle.
- Assist Therapists with risk management plans and reviews.
- Ensure clients follow program rules, supporting the manager in investigating breaches, including substance testing.
- Conduct intakes, assessments, and discharges efficiently.
- Keep accurate client records and maintain databases.
- Facilitate transfers between agencies and services for clients.
- Support clients with medication reminders, conduct audits, and maintain accurate records.
- Work with clients to create recovery plans that are realistic and achievable.
- Help clients attend external appointments in line with their care plans, providing transport support or accompanying them as needed.
- Assist with day-to-day operations, helping clients manage practical aspects of daily living such as life skills, housing, and benefits.
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Desirable Criteria:
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Clear verbal and written communication at all levels.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Excellent listening skills.
- Ability to work safely and effectively on your own.
- Strong negotiation and boundary-setting skills.
- Ability to create and review risk management plans.
- Empathy and a non-judgemental, calm approach.
- Capacity to handle high-pressure situations.
- Great customer service skills.
What to Expect from Our Recruitment Process:
If successful in your initial application, our talent acquisition specialist will contact you to discuss the role further.
You’ll then be invited for a face-to-face interview following a successful phone call.
After the interview, we’ll inform you of the outcome within 5 - 7 working days.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible to all.
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