Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
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NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net) Position: An opportunity has arisen for a Community Addiction Worker based at Caley Court. What you will do: You will be part of the wider NADARS, Health and Social Care team including prescribing staff, to deliver a safe and effective treatment and care service for complex drug and alcohol dependant clients across North Ayrshire, whilst working in partnership with statutory and non-statutory services. You will also support the roll out and provide continuity of care in line with the Scottish Governments Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Standards. Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job: You will require to have a degree, or equivalent knowledge, in a relevant area e.g. health or social care. A post graduate qualification relating to alcohol and drug use is desirable. It is essential that the post holder has experience of working in the field of addictions and of working in a related community setting. Experience of working in needle exchange services is desirable as is experience in the delivery of training. The post holder will have an in-depth knowledge of addiction related theory and practice. The post holder will have superior communication skills. You will have management responsibility for less experienced members of staff and will provide cover for the Services Team Manager in their absence, as required, whilst also providing cover for colleagues as appropriate, to ensure the smooth operation of the service. Hours:
37 hours per week. You will be able to work evening and weekends if required. UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Lorna Wallace or Gillian Roxburgh:
01294 476000 aa.clinicaladdictionservices-northayrshire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES: You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.
DO NOT
upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link:
https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link:
https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact
JobTrain Candidate Support Hub :
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
- for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser
Google Chrome
or
Microsoft Edge
when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for
internal candidates only . If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full
UK/EU/EEA
licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at
www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net) Position: An opportunity has arisen for a Community Addiction Worker based at Caley Court. What you will do: You will be part of the wider NADARS, Health and Social Care team including prescribing staff, to deliver a safe and effective treatment and care service for complex drug and alcohol dependant clients across North Ayrshire, whilst working in partnership with statutory and non-statutory services. You will also support the roll out and provide continuity of care in line with the Scottish Governments Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Standards. Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job: You will require to have a degree, or equivalent knowledge, in a relevant area e.g. health or social care. A post graduate qualification relating to alcohol and drug use is desirable. It is essential that the post holder has experience of working in the field of addictions and of working in a related community setting. Experience of working in needle exchange services is desirable as is experience in the delivery of training. The post holder will have an in-depth knowledge of addiction related theory and practice. The post holder will have superior communication skills. You will have management responsibility for less experienced members of staff and will provide cover for the Services Team Manager in their absence, as required, whilst also providing cover for colleagues as appropriate, to ensure the smooth operation of the service. Hours:
37 hours per week. You will be able to work evening and weekends if required. UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Lorna Wallace or Gillian Roxburgh:
01294 476000 aa.clinicaladdictionservices-northayrshire@aapct.scot.nhs.uk ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES: You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.
DO NOT
upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link:
https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/ To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link:
https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/ Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact
JobTrain Candidate Support Hub :
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
- for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser
Google Chrome
or
Microsoft Edge
when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for
internal candidates only . If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full
UK/EU/EEA
licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at
www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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