SERVICE: Dublin **Apply on the website** Local Drug & Alcohol Task
Force.
JOB TITLE: RECOVERY OFFICER.
REPORTS TO: Recovery and Wellbeing Sub Group. The day to day work will
be directed by the Task Force Coordinator.
HOURS: **Apply on the website** hours (some evening work required)
BASE: Dublin **Apply on the website**, home working and blended
approach as needed.
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PURPOSE OF JOB
Dublin **Apply on the website** Local Drug & Alcohol Task Force was
set up as a model of community led, interagency partnerships to
support the reduction of drug-related harms to individuals, families
and communities by working in partnership with key stakeholders in the
community, voluntary and statutory sectors on the coordination and
delivery of services.
The role of the Recovery Officer is to support the development and
implementation of the D**Apply on the website**LDATF Strategic Plan
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with key stakeholders in the community, voluntary and statutory sector
in order to meet its objectives. The main priority of the Recovery
Officer is to build on Recovery capital and culture in D**Apply on the
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It is expected in the normal course of events that the role will
evolve as professional and service demands change.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* To support the development and implementation of the D**Apply on
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stakeholders in the community, voluntary and statutory sector.
* To build on and increase recovery capital and recovery culture in
Dublin **Apply on the website**.
* To support locally based community, voluntary and statutory
organisations to develop and implement evidence based treatment and
recovery programmes targeted at those most risk of substance misuse.
* Support locally based organizations in the community, voluntary
and statutory sector to respond to the needs of those affected by
substance misuse through the provision of training on best practice
approaches to substance misuse.
* To work with community, voluntary and statutory agencies to
implement the National Drugs Rehabilitation Framework and increase
collaboration and improve case management and interagency working.
* To identify gaps and blocks and develop appropriate responses to
substance misuse with the promotion of harm reduction, improvement of
quality of life and recovery options.
* To support locally based organisations to develop and implement
appropriate substance misuse policies and procedures and to maintain
the priorities of the national strategy such as, alcohol, family
support and community detox.
* To support and build the capacity of drug users to influence
policy and engage in lobbying, advocacy and representation activity.
* To support the wider work of Dublin **Apply on the website** Local
Drug & Alcohol Task Force.
* To build on the Recovery Community in D**Apply on the website**
and support this. Increase its awareness and ensure that there is easy
pathways into the recovery community.
* Any other duties that may be required from time to time as
directed by the coordinator.
PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* Minimum of a level 7 diploma in Community Drugs Work, Addiction
Studies, Community Development or related field.
* Minimum of 4 years paid experience in addiction / community work /
community development settings.
* Have a thorough knowledge of drug related issues and their effect
and influence on individuals, families and communities.
* Knowledge and understanding of theory in evidence based practice
in the field of treatment & rehabilitation.
* Knowledge and understanding of National Drugs policy including
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* Knowledge and understanding of National Drugs Rehabilitation
Framework and National Protocols and Assessment Guidelines.
* Good knowledge and experience of case management and interagency
collaboration.
* Have experience of high quality inter-agency work, involving
community, voluntary and statutory agencies.
* Understanding of community, voluntary and statutory services
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* Experience in facilitating training, development and workshops
with various groups.
* Effective written, oral and interpersonal communication skills,
including IT skills.
* He/she must have administration capacity to discharge the
functions of the post.
* He/she must be personally motivated and have the ability to work
on their own initiative
* Experience in key working, care planning and case management.
* Access to own transport, and full clean driving licence if
required.
_DESIRABLE:_
* Experience in strategic and operational planning.
* Experience in research/evaluation would be an advantage.
* Train the Trainer Qualification.
TENURE: This appointment is a whole time permanent position (subject
to funding). **Apply on the website** month probationary period will
apply.
ANNUAL LEAVE: **Apply on the website** days annually
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APPLICATION
All CVs with attached cover letter outlining relevant experience to be
sent to:
SHARON BRADLEY
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or post to
Sharon Bradley
Coordinator
Dublin **Apply on the website** Local Drug & Alcohol Task Force
Bridge House, Cherry Orchard Hospital.
Ballyfermot.
Dublin **Apply on the website**.
CLOSING DATE: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH FEBRUARY **APPLY ON THE
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We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
