At Turning Point, we support people across the UK with substance use issues.

As an Outreach Worker, you'll make a real difference in the community and to their lives as you develop the personal, flexible and realistic support packages they need to help turn things around. Passionate about people, you'll enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life too, as you make the role your own as part of a friendly and multidisciplinary team.

Running health facilities and services on a not-for-profit basis, we invest every penny back into our care – and our people. So, if you’re ambitious, focused on supporting substance use and looking for an Outreach Worker role with real value, progress your career with us.

You’ll coordinate individual treatment journeys and offer the people-centred care they come to us for. That means you’ll also build relationships with families and associates to make sure each person gets the support they require.

Ultimately, this role is all about helping adults to get back on their feet, so you’ll develop strength-based recovery plans, complete risk assessments and identify opportunities for service users to get involved in their communities.

As the role of Outreach Worker is a fast-paced one, that means plenty of variety and challenges to get your teeth stuck into – and a lot of work, too. So, we’ll expect you to approach things methodically and think on your feet.

The role may include some outreach across North Tyneside so there is an expectation that you will manage your own diary to make the best use of your time.

Building on your previous experience of working with adults with substance use issues, you’ll have the ability to co-ordinate and complete care plans and assessments, possess knowledge of substance use issues and ideally, have a relevant qualification and a driving license. Highly motivated and driven to make a real difference, your work ethic will be strong too – as will your written and verbal communication skills. Above all, we’re looking for personality. People with the confidence and passion to fit well into the team and truly help to turn lives around.