Crew Counselling Team Coordinator
- Part time
- £32,000 pro-rata
- Edinburgh
- Closing 21st February 2022
- Advertised from 21st January 2022
- 28 hours to October 2022, with the possibility of further funding
Role
To coordinate and develop the Crew Counselling Service, line-managing a team of 4 counsellors and 2 occasional practitioners.
Application notes
To apply for this post please complete the accompanying application form and return to applications@crew2000.org.uk by 12.00 Noon Monday 21st February 2022.
Please note we won’t monitor this email address until after the closing date – please contact admin@crew2000.org.uk if you have a query.
Please note that we won’t accept applications received after this time and date.
Interviews will take place Monday 28th February 2022.
Please note that we regret that we cannot guarantee to contact applicants whose application is not shortlisted.
Crew 2000 (Scotland) is a company limited by guarantee; registered in Scotland, company number SC176635 and a charity also registered in Scotland, SCO 21500. Registered office: 32/32a Cockburn Street, Edinburgh EH1 1PB
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Opening in Autumn 2024, we are seeking an exceptional individual to provide leadership in opening and managing a brand new Care Inspectorate registered residential rehabilitation service in West Aberdeenshire. You'll be supported by a charitable organisation with extensive experience in launching and managing top-tier registered care services.
Aligned with our vision of empowering individuals impacted by substance use and associated needs, we're collaborating with national and local partners to deliver safe and effective residential care services. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that every individual we support receives the highest quality of care and guidance.
About You
Are you ready to make a profound impact on people's lives? We're seeking an extraordinary leader to drive the success of our new residential rehab service. Your experience should include:
- Previous experience in a CI service
- Expertise in substance use, mental health, or related fields
- Demonstrated leadership skills with at least 2 years of experience managing staff or volunteers
- A burning passion for creating positive change and improving lives
The Role
As the Registered Manager, you'll be responsible for securing registration with the Care Inspectorate and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the facility. Your leadership will inspire a team of dedicated professionals, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering stakeholder engagement.
Your journey begins with supporting the development of our brand-new service in Alford, West Aberdeenshire. From recruiting staff to preparing for the grand opening, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of addiction recovery in Scotland.
You will be supported and guided by the Operations Lead for the North East Scotland and you will provide leadership and management to deputy managers (who in turn will manage the staff teams) and a nurse. This role is the figurehead of the service on-site, and balances the ongoing service provision with regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement.
Phase one of the role will involve supporting the Operations Lead and wider colleagues with the development of a brand-new service on the site, in the village of Alford, Aberdeenshire. Contractors are currently undertaking a 26-week building programme to bring the property up to specification and readiness to open. As part of your role, you will also be responsible for the ongoing development of the service to meet resident and stakeholder needs
You will lead on the implementation of the programme, plus the recruitment of the staff team, and preparing the service for opening, with the support of experienced internal teams across the charity.
As a partner working to promote your services, it will be essential for you to align efforts with your organisation's goals, whilst ensuring both quality and financial targets are met.
The Service
Our state-of-the-art facility will offer 27 beds for individuals seeking transformative recovery journeys. With a focus on nature and the environment, and with 1.2 acres of land on site, our Recovery through Nature projects will provide a holistic approach to healing. Plus, staff amenities such as onsite bedrooms and a brand-new gym ensure a supportive and enriching work environment.
About Phoenix Futures
Join a legacy of over 50 years in providing rehabilitation services. At Phoenix Futures, we're committed to rebuilding capacity in the residential rehab sector across England and Scotland. Your dedication will contribute to our mission of delivering hope and transformation to individuals and families affected by addiction. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, and we value our history.
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others? Do you possess exceptional skills and a drive to create meaningful change? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Therapeutic Practitioner for our brand new Dayhab service in Aberdeen City.
As a Therapeutic Practitioner at our brand-new Dayhab facility in Aberdeen, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality therapeutic services to our service users. Supported and guided by the Service Manager, you will also take on a senior role in guiding and supervising volunteers within the facility.
The Role
- Provide leadership and guidance to volunteers to ensure effective delivery of services.
- Collaborate with the Service Manager and colleagues to develop and refine the Therapeutic Community program tailored to the needs of our service user
- Oversee the implementation of the Therapeutic Community program, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
- Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the program, making adjustments as necessary to optimize outcomes for service users.
- Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the overall service in Aberdeen, working closely with the Service Manager and other team members.
About You
- Experience of facilitating or co-facilitating group programmes
- Experience of delivering 1 to 1 support
- An understanding of the complex issues presented by individuals within drug and alcohol recovery.
- Experience of working with individuals in the substance use sector or related field.
- The ability to be innovative and be flexible in order to meet the needs of the service.
- Be able to work effectively with multi-agencies, whilst maintaining the excellent reputation of the service.
- Knowledge of adult and child protection essential as you will be working with vulnerable people in a community setting
The Service
Due to new funding from the Scottish Government, this brand new service will be based in Aberdeen City centre and is currently being procured. This community based service will be framed around our Residential Therapeutic Community model, providing a structured day service. This flexible service will run a structured group work programme in addition to 1 to 1 support, including a range of meaningful activities to build recovery capital. Ran by a small team of 3 staff with support from volunteers and peer mentors. You will also work closely and collaborate with our new Residential service based in Alford and the new Housing team also based in Aberdeen city centre.
About Phoenix Futures
Join a legacy of over 50 years in providing rehabilitation services. At Phoenix Futures, we're committed to rebuilding capacity in the residential rehab sector across England and Scotland. Your dedication will contribute to our mission of delivering hope and transformation to individuals and families affected by addiction. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, and we value our history.
Team Manager - North Lanarkshire
- Full time
- £27,000
- North Lanarkshire (On site)
- Closing 22nd April 2024
Are you looking for your first leadership role in the drug and alcohol sector? For an exciting and challenging opportunity that makes a difference?
We are recruiting a full time Community Team Manager to join our North Lanarkshire team as part of Phoenix Futures Scotland. The role is Monday to Friday, 830am to 430pm with occasional evening and weekend work. You will lead a team that delivers a recovery service to individuals across the 6 localities of North Lanarkshire.
The Role
As the Team Manager, you will work across the 6 localities of North Lanarkshire. We have an office base in Coatbridge and deliver interventions across the locality. You will work closely with the Service Manager and supervise the staff team in order to maintain a high standard for the people that access our service. You will ensure that any concerns relating to safeguarding and risk are appropriately managed as well as ensuring that adequate data is collected and reported on. You will represent the service across North Lanarkshire and will build on the excellent working relationships we have with many partners.
About You
To join us as the Team Manager in North Lanarkshire, you will need:
- Experience of the substance misuse sector or related field (2 years +)
- Experience of line managing others (staff, sessional staff or volunteers)
- Confidence in building relationships with other professionals and to maintain the excellent reputation of Phoenix Futures.
- The ability to be innovative and flexible in order to meet the needs of the service and work in a fast paced service.
Your Rewards
- Starting salary of £27,500, with opportunity to access potential yearly salary increments subject to appraisal, meaning potential salary increase up to £31,750.
- 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing each year to a maximum of 30 days)
- Benefits including season ticket loan, pension scheme and life assurance.
- Support through occupational sick pay, eye-care vouchers and regular wellbeing talks and activities.
- Continuous training and career development via PXL our dedicated learning management system
- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme including telephone and online access.
- A rewarding role with the opportunity to help us support people on their journey to recovery and change their lives for the better.
- We’ll ensure you get all the support you need to thrive and succeed in your role and find your place amongst our incredible and collaborative team.
About Phoenix Futures
Phoenix Futures Group is a charity with over 50 years’ experience and a leading provider of drug and alcohol treatment.
Our values are what define us and ensure we work to the highest standards. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, we value our history and use it to inform our future.
We work with local authorities, other charities and service providers across the country to deliver innovative programmes and projects that change lives for the better, setting people on the path to health and emotional wellbeing.
We provide a diverse range of services, our expertise in psychosocial treatment and support is the common thread that runs through everything we do. People need psychological interventions, social support, meaningful use of time, sense of purpose and a place of safety to sustain their recovery. At our core, we support people, families and communities to recover from drug and alcohol dependency.
As Senior Administrator you will lead the support team functions within the new Alford Residential Service. Managing all administrative functions to ensure the smooth running of the day-to-day administration and finance processes for the service.
The role
- Oversee all administrative tasks to ensure they are carried out smoothly. This includes tasks such as maintaining records, managing correspondence, scheduling appointments, and handling inquiries.
- Take charge of financial processes including, invoicing, and financial reporting. Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Assist in administrative duties related to the Housing and Dayhab services in Aberdeen City.
- Play a key role in the implementation of the new residential service in Alford. This includes setting up administrative systems, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring all necessary resources are in place for a successful launch.
- Ensure that all administrative and financial processes adhere to relevant regulations, policies, and standards. This includes data protection laws, financial regulations, and organisational policies.
- This is not your average desk based admin role, our Therapeutic Community rehabs can be fast-paced, agile places to work with a variety of tasks and responsibilities in a busy team
- Line management of Administrator (1)
About You
- Previous experience in an admin role
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Familiar database and financial systems
- Strong numeric skills with the ability to manage financial processes such as managing funding of placements, banking of payments, personal allowances and petty cash.
- Experience of line management or supervisory roles (desirable)
The Service
Our state-of-the-art facility will offer 27 beds for individuals seeking transformative recovery journeys. With a focus on nature and the environment, and with 1.2 acres of land on site, our Recovery through Nature projects will provide a holistic approach to healing. Plus, staff amenities such as onsite bedrooms and a brand-new gym ensure a supportive and enriching work environment. Whilst in a rural location, the staff team will include dedicated Drivers, so please don't let access or transport be a barrier to application.
About Phoenix Futures
Join a legacy of over 50 years in providing rehabilitation services. At Phoenix Futures, we're committed to rebuilding capacity in the residential rehab sector across England and Scotland. Your dedication will contribute to our mission of delivering hope and transformation to individuals and families affected by addiction. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, and we value our history.
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