Peer Support Worker - DAWS

Do you want to help build a brighter future for communities and individuals doing a highly rewarding job. Turning Point’s Drug & Alcohol Service are currently expanding during a really exciting time in the sector with new funding and investment.Turning Point’s Bi Borough Drug & Alcohol Wellbeing Service is seeking to recruit a Peer Support Worker.At the Drug & Alcohol Wellbeing Service we support clients to live meaningful and fulfilling lives independent from substance use by addressing their needs including issues relating to drugs, alcohol, mental health, learning disabilities, housing and employment, training and education. We work closely with mutual aid and peer led organisations in the community.As a Peer Support Worker we offer a starting salary of £22,890 + £3,633 ILW rising each year in line with our pay progression salary bands, rising to £26,778 + £3,633 ILW per year. (Dependent on experience you may be offered a starting salary above the initial starting salary).You will have opportunities to progress your career with a structured learning journey and clearly defined career pathways that will enable you to achieve your long-term goals and work to your strengths.Whether you are looking to progress into a Recovery Worker role or to be a specialist in your field as an Advanced Substance Use Practitioner at Turning point we will support and encourage you on your career journey.