Trainee Regional Programmes Health and Wellbeing Practitioner

Would you like a meaningful career supporting people with addiction issues? 

Would you like a career where no day is the same? Are you proactive, resilient, resourceful and able to manage well in an ever changing environment?

Who we are?

The Forward Trust, are a UK leading provider of drug and alcohol treatment services to offenders. We deliver treatment and recovery support – in prisons and in the community – which helps people move away from addiction and crime. These services provide a variety of support, including advice, counselling, group work and intensive treatment. At The Forward Trust we believe that all people who are addicted to or misusing substances should have access to support which is effective in protecting their health, and motivating them to take steps towards their own recovery. Over 20 years of pursuing this mission, we have been successful in moving thousands of drug dependent offenders away from a lifestyle revolving around crime, and drug or alcohol dependence.

We believe and are committed to providing opportunities to all people including those with ‘Lived Experience’ we encourage applications from all background including those in recovery from addiction, co-dependency or gambling, have experience of previous offending or homelessness. If you would like to give back and develop your skills our trainee programme could be just what you are looking for.

We ask you to commit to a recognised qualification whilst completing your one year traineeship, and in return we will provide you with a comprehensive support package.

Please note that we suggest a period of two years in recovery for this traineeship (if relevant)

What you will be doing?

As part of the traineeship you will be shadowing a member of the team and will be given guidance and support working through the various aspects of the role in the business unit you have been assigned to. The team member you will be shadowing will help ensure you are receiving the training and development needed to become competent in the role. You will receive regular reviews to ensure that you stay on track to successfully complete the traineeship and undertake the compulsory therapy as part of the traineeship. Part of your time on the traineeship will be spent working, gaining the practical experience and part studying towards achieving the qualification that has been assigned (subject to criteria). As part of the Regional programmes team you will be based at HMP Highdown, and providing programme delivery support to; HMP Downview, HMP Send, HMP Coldingley and HMP Bronzefield. 

Trainees will receive specific training, mentoring and supervision which will enable them to develop skills in:

·       Reviewing ongoing care and treatment, liaising closely with healthcareand other agencies

·       Co-facilitating groups and programmes to the standard required

·       Multi-disciplinary and integrated ways of working

·       Carrying out assessments risk/initial/comprehensive 

·       Contribute to the through care needs of service users. 

What we are looking for?

• An ability to set and maintain professional boundaries
• Good organisational and communication skills
• An understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults in recovery with experience of previous offending.
• Able to manage own workload effectively to deadlines and targets
• Understanding of, and commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and client confidentiality
• A full UK drivers licence.

What we offer

• Training opportunities and career development
• Flexible working
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter
• Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)
• Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)

*We reserve the right to close vacancies early