Job Description Service Richmond Integrated Recovery Service Job Title Criminal Justice Recovery Worker - Engagement Team – KC1817 Salary Range £21,356 to £25,065 per annum (plus Outer London weighting) Hours 37.5 Reports to Team Leader Operating Principles CRI has developed a number of operating principles that it believes are essential to providing effective and inspirational care and support for its service users. They should be viewed as overarching expectations for all roles at CRI. All staff will contribute to the ongoing development of an ambitious, inspirational and outcome focussed culture at every level of service delivery. All roles will tangibly contribute to provide hope, empowerment, choices and opportunities that promote people reaching their full potential as individuals and community members. All service delivery will model the belief that we all have the potential to make positive changes and to lead meaningful and purposeful lives, as involved and contributing members of society. Purpose of Job The post holder work with an open minded and enthusiastic approach to support effective re-integration of service users from criminal justice and community settings into mainstream recovery treatment services As directed by the Team Leader the post holder will work within police custody, courts, prisons and be responsible for providing assessment and engagement of clients as well as delivering intensive community outreach to address all outstanding support needs. They will carry our comprehensive client assessments and court reports on substance misusing offenders referred in, provide care plans and treatment plans for the court, coordinate those awaiting sentence, re-engage those who drop out of treatment and work closely with key partners, including probation, courts and Police. The focus of all interventions will be: To reduce substance related harm to the individual and wider community To promote healthier life styles and increase service user choice To promote and support individuals into both abstinence based and medically assisted forms of recovery To provide effective case management and coordination of the individual’s treatment plan To promote carer and service user involvement To identify service users with an interest in SUI and/or peer mentoring. Support individuals to identify and access recovery capital within their own communities. In fulfilling these aims the post holder will use recognised evidenced based interventions and up to date validated information and will have specific responsibility for the development, delivery and coordination of recovery focussed care. Developing and nurturing sound relationships and protocols with all internal and external stakeholders and partners to ensure effective and integrated treatment pathways is an important feature of the post. The post-holder will contribute to the service to ensure that substance users consistently receive high quality services that adhere to the best practice guidelines and achieve high professional standards. You will be responsible for contributing to the overall performance of the service to ensure that contractual output targets are achieved. You will be required to record and input client data and information in order that the service operates within contractual, administrative and financial requirements. The post-holder will be required to work flexibly across operational sites as required and work flexibly within an agreed number of hours to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision. This may include some evening and weekend working You will be expected to take responsibility for personal development, identifying personal training needs and participate in regular supervision and appraisal. Key Activities: Complete initial assessments and brief interventions within the custody suite. Engaging alcohol /substance misusers into effective, evidence based & recovery focused treatment programmes. Ensuring that all activities, and interventions are suitably recorded and in accordance with CRI policies, procedures and national guidelines from PHE, DoH, NICE, NMC and as directed by the local management team Effectively Assess, Plan and review all stages of clients treatment journey using designated tools and within agreed timescales. Provide recovery coaching using a broad range of psychosocial interventions. Provide evidence based harm reduction services. Work with partnership organisations to develop and sustain effective comprehensive treatment pathways and broaden the client’s recovery plan accordingly. Ensure that all safeguarding issues, including child protection and protection of vulnerable adults, are dealt with in accordance to CRI policies and procedures, and local and national statutory requirements. Assist and carry out appropriate screening processes including urine and saliva tests. Recognise personal and professional boundaries at all times and work within CRI clinical governance framework at all times Always treat service users with respect and dignity. Ensure that ALL data requirements are met within deadlines. Produce evidence in monthly supervision, and when necessary, to clearly illustrate that performance targets are being met. Present a professional image and actively promote the service at all times to service users, other stakeholders, partnership organisations and the general public. Produce relevant reports, action plans and developmental service frameworks in response to needs of the organisation and managerial requests. Actively participate in regular supervision and be willing to personally reflect on interpersonal dynamics within the therapeutic relationship alongside other supervision requirements as detailed in CRI policy. Work within CRI’s professional development framework participating in active learning and developing professionally, in accordance with service and organisational requirements and current skills and abilities. Uphold data protection legislation and only share client information as per CRI policy, local and formally agreed information sharing protocols and client confidentiality agreements. Regularly use IT systems including Word; Outlook; electronic case management systems etc To utilise a flexible approach and where required participate in activities and tasks which directly respond to client and service need. To actively promote equality of opportunities and diversity Ensure regular consultation with service users. To contribute positively to relevant internal and external forums. To undertake any other duties as instructed by the management team that will contribute to fulfilling the project aims.. Providing these services across a range of operation locations as designated by the contract. General terms of reference: In carrying out the above duties the post holder will: Work flexibly across operational sites as required Work flexibly within an agreed number of hours of work to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision. Seek to improve personal performance, contribution, knowledge and skills. Participate in appraisal, training and supervision processes. Keep abreast of developments in services, legislation and practice relevant to the relevant client group. Ensure the implementation of the all CRI policies. Contribute to maintaining safe systems of work and a safe environment. Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post Specific standards (DANOS related where appropriate) for this role include: Unit Number and Title AA6 Promote choice, well being and the protection of all individuals AA1 Recognise indications of substance misuse and refer individuals to specialists AA2 Relate to, and interact with, individuals AA3 Support individuals to access and use services and facilities AA4 Promote the equality, diversity, rights and responsibilities of individuals AB1 Support individuals who are distressed AB2 Support individuals who are substance users AB3 Contribute to the prevention and management of abusive and aggressive behaviour AB4 Contribute to the protection of individuals from harm and abuse AB5 Assess and act upon immediate risk of danger to substance users AB8 Contribute to assessing, and act upon danger of, harm and abuse AC1 Reflect on and develop your practice AC2 Make use of supervision AC3 Contribute to the development of the knowledge and practice of others AD1 Raise awareness about substances, their use and effects AD4 Develop and disseminate information and advice about substance use, health and social well-being AF1 Carry out screening and referral assessment AF3 Carry out comprehensive substance misuse assessment AG1 Develop, implement and review care plans for individuals AG3 Assist in the transfer of individuals between agencies and services AI2 Help individuals address their substance use through an action plan AJ1 Help individuals address their offending behaviour AK3 Enable individuals to access housing and accommodation Unit Number and Title BA3 Contribute to the development of organisational policy and practice BB1 Promote your organisation and its services to stakeholders BD3 Support the health and safety of yourself and individuals BE2 Receive, analyse, process, use and store information BE4 Supplying information for management control BG5 Making and recording payments BI1 Develop productive working relationships BI5 Promote effective communication for and about individuals BI6 Develop and sustain effective working relationships with staff in other agencies BI7 Participate in inter-disciplinary team working to support individuals Person Specification Essential criteria: Considerable experience of working with substance misusing offenders. Demonstrable knowledge of the Criminal Justice System. Experience of engaging in and delivering programmes that enhance motivation, seek positive change and maintain stability. Experience of delivering group and individual based interventions to a client group that can be both challenging and demanding. Experience of delivering assertive engagement within difficult settings Experience of engaging challenging to engage client groups into services Understanding of best practice in relation to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Knowledge of the needs of different communities of interest in relation to substance misuse and offending. And the ability to: Communicate confidently and effectively, verbally and in writing. Respond flexibly to the demands of the post. Assess and care plan service users and formulate written reports as necessary The capacity to work flexibly on your own initiative as well as part of a team. The ability to work calmly in a challenging environment. Maintaining professional boundaries and effective working with Criminal Justice agencies. Show a capacity to keep calm under pressure. Understand and have a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity. Employ a professional, empathetic and non-judgmental attitude towards service users. Show commitment to facilitating positive outcomes for service users Desirable criteria: MET clearance Access to own transport Knowledge of local services and geography This post is subject to a Criminal Records Bureau check at an enhanced level and Police Vetting Procedures. Amendments: This description accurately reflects the present position; it may be amended and reviewed. Any change will be made following a proper period of consultation.