PURPOSE OF THE POST
The purpose of the post is to provide, as part of a team, treatment services to family and concerned persons impacted by alcohol and drug misuse.

2. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following sets out the Principal Duties and Responsibilities for the post, however, the post holder is expected to be flexible in the role and to deal with and liaise with their line manager as appropriate on all issues they deal with regarding the role.
Management of Care
To provide formal assessment, key working, case management and care plan supports to family members who are impacted by familial/significant other problem alcohol and drug use.
To support the development of quality family treatment programmes and continuing care support groups in line with Tabor Group Strategy.
To build relationships and work formally with service providers and local community stakeholders to support families impacted by alcohol and drug misuse.
To identify models of best practice in relation to family support and deliver evidence-based interventions directly to families.
To build rapport with family members and advocate where appropriate and to include the voice of service users in service design and evaluation.
To conduct ‘needs analysis’ process to involve service providers and users, relevant research and report on findings making recommendations for service development.
Identify potential gaps in services to support vulnerable families in Cork Local Drug and alcohol Task Force Area and problem solve in conjunction with other services and concerned persons.
To organize, plan and evaluate events which contribute to development of Tabor Group Family Services.
To develop and disseminate resources and information which support families affected by alcohol and drug us.
To record client information using paper and electronic systems.
3. Quality and Risk Management
To implement and comply with the Risk Management Policies and Procedures in place in the Company.
To implement and comply with Quality Assurance and Accreditation procedures in place in the company.
To implement and comply with procedures for Risk Management in the company to ensure that risks and incidents are documented and reported appropriately so that management are alerted to any risks detected.
To participate in appropriate training as arranged by management to address any Health and Safety issues or risks.
To contribute directly to the development and implementation of change within the Company.

4. QUALIFICATIONS
A recognized level 8 Qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy.
Accredited with a National Accreditation Body.
2 years’ experience working in Addiction Services be considered.

The post is full time fixed term
Closing date for applications is 7th May 2021 at 5pm. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Expressions of Interest to John Calnan Operations Manager.
Contact Email: Jcalnan@taborgroup.ie