Healthcare Assistant

Change Grow Live

23h•$26,091 - $26,503•Onsite

About The Position

Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives. Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our teams apply these daily offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Change Grow Live is a leading substance misuse charity where our core values ‘Be bold, be open, be compassionate’ are the guiding principles of our team's efforts. We're seeking a dedicated Hospital Liaison Healthcare Assistant to join our compassionate and diverse team in Norwich team- a group of professionals committed to supporting individuals in at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital with compassion. The post holder will work across the hospital site (e.g. A&E and admissions wards) to provide rapid access to assessment, brief interventions/harm minimisation and support discharge planning/onward referrals for people attending hospital with substance misuse related issues. At Change Grow Live, our Norwich service is more than just a workplace; it's a vibrant and collaborative community. Here, a diverse team joins forces with a shared dedication to nurturing hope and driving positive change. From our inspiring service manager to our compassionate nurses, dedicated healthcare assistants, empathetic recovery staff, and supportive peer mentors, every team member plays a crucial role in our mission. Together, we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a difference in the lives of others. Join us and be part of something truly meaningful. No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work flexibly as part of a team.
A clear understanding of the need for and the ability to deliver quality services.
Good organisational skills and confidence to work independently and as part of a team.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Flexibility to respond to the demands of the post.

Nice To Haves

Experience in substance misuse or social care (advantageous but not essential).

Responsibilities

Collaborating closely with your Nursing team to develop care pathways.
Supporting service users in opiate and alcohol interventions.
Leading harm reduction interventions and conducting physical and mental health assessments.
Keeping the people who use our services at the heart of everything you do.
Undertaking phlebotomy and ensuring vaccine storage adheres to health guidelines (training will be provided).

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
A supportive and collaborative work environment.
The chance to be part of an organisation committed to improving lives.
25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.
Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme.
Contributory pension scheme.
Various benefits including shopping, cinema, holiday discounts, etc.
Training, career development, and progression opportunities.
Refer a Friend Scheme.