Psychosocial Team Lead in Winchester, Hampshire

Job Title: Psychosocial Team Lead
Specialism: Substance Misuse Services
Location: Winchester, UK
Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum
Type: Permanent, Full Time

Psychosocial Team Lead within Substance Misuse Services at HMP Winchester, earning up to £42,000 per annum. This full-time opportunity offers 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, within a dynamic prison healthcare environment. Based at HMP Winchester, a Category B prison for males, you will play a pivotal role in leading psychosocial interventions and supporting individuals on their recovery journey. This rewarding position provides the chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of service users while developing and enhancing substance misuse services.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and security of a permanent full-time position with consistent weekday working hours.
• Competitive Salary: Earn up to £42,000 per annum, recognising your expertise and leadership skills.
• Shopping & Leisure Discounts: Access discounts across a range of retail and leisure activities.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Benefit from a 24/7 confidential helpline offering support whenever needed.
• Financial Assistance: Access additional support for life's unexpected challenges.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of ongoing training, leadership development, and career progression opportunities.
• Free On-Site Parking: Convenient on-site parking available for all employees.
• Meaningful Work: Play a key role in supporting rehabilitation and recovery within a prison setting.

What you will do

• Service Leadership: Support the Integrated Substance Misuse Service Manager in delivering and developing high-quality substance misuse services.
• Clinical Expertise: Lead psychosocial interventions and act as the subject matter expert within the service.
• Service Development: Ensure treatment approaches remain innovative, evidence-based, and responsive to service user needs.
• Team Management: Provide leadership, supervision, and line management support to Recovery Workers.
• Case Management: Manage a small caseload of complex service users, ensuring personalised care planning and intervention.
• Resource Allocation: Oversee the allocation of referrals and ensure appropriate interventions are delivered efficiently.
• Multi-Disciplinary Working: Work closely with healthcare professionals and prison staff to deliver integrated care.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor service performance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Service User Engagement: Promote and support service user involvement in recovery planning and service development.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Education: NVQ Level 5 or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject such as addiction studies, psychology, counselling, social work, or a related discipline.
• Substance Misuse Experience: Significant experience working within substance misuse services.
• Leadership Skills: Previous management, supervisory, or team leadership experience.
• Multi-Agency Working: Proven ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with external agencies and stakeholders.
• Service Development Experience: Experience developing and implementing service user involvement initiatives.
• Knowledge: Understanding of DANOS (Drug and Alcohol National Occupational Standards).
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and leadership abilities.
• Commitment to Rehabilitation: Passion for supporting recovery and improving outcomes for vulnerable individuals.

Why Winchester

Winchester offers a fantastic quality of life, blending historic charm with modern convenience. Renowned for its stunning cathedral, picturesque streets, excellent restaurants, and vibrant cultural scene, the city provides a welcoming environment for both work and leisure. With beautiful countryside nearby and excellent transport links, Winchester is an ideal place to build a rewarding career while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle.

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