Team Leader - GLA11845

We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader within our new Safer Drug Consumption Facility. The Safer Drug Consumption Facility (SDCF) in Glasgow offers a unique harm reduction approach in Scotland in response to the increased mortality and morbidity associated with injecting drug use as recommended by "Taking Away the Chaos" (NHS GG&C 2016). The Glasgow SDCF will provide hygienic environments where illicit drugs (purchased off the premises) can be consumed under clinical supervision with the onsite availability of sterile injecting equipment, advice on injecting technique, overdose assistance, on-site health & social service. It is anticipated that benefits will include engagement with people who use drugs in vicinity, reduce drug-related health harms, reduce infectious disease transmission, increase access to treatment, care, and support services, reduce stigma and supporting vulnerable people to engage with appropriate services. Staff must strictly adhere to the Service
Policies, Standard Operating Procedures and Rules as set out in the Service Specification. There will be a robust training and induction program to ensure staff are aware of their roles and responsibilities and the legal framework for the service. Staff will also be required to assist with the evaluation and any planned research. The Team Leader will oversee managing social care staff based within SDCF, Enhanced Drug Treatment Service and the city centre Crisis Outreach team, they will report to the Operations Manager/Service Manager. We have a large range of services that require to work effectively together, we work in full partnership with our health colleagues and a broad range of partners and we have a key priority in relation to shifting the balance of care across both service areas and promoting more effective early intervention and preventative supports. Applicants should have substantial experience working in an operational setting and have direct experience in applying Service
policies and procedures. Successful applicant will possess the drive and skills required to achieve excellent service practice standards and service delivery. In addition, a key requirement of the post is an ability to support, manage and develop staff, as well as communicate effectively. Appointees should be committed to effectively managing a team of both qualified and para professional staff including being responsible for their professional performance; the allocation and prioritisation of work; ensuring the provision of high quality assessment, care planning, case management and review; monitoring of practice and performance through planned supervision and the development of the staff via the Council's PDP process. Excellent written, verbal and analytical skills are essential, as well as demonstrating the ability to engage with other internal and external agencies at all levels.

Applicants must possess a Degree / Diploma in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing or equivalent qualification and be able to demonstrate commitment to CPD. Attached to this advert is the Person Specification which details the qualifications, skills, knowledge and competencies that are required for this post. Successful Candidates will be expected to work on a rotational shift pattern, which includes Early / Late shifts, weekends and public holidays. Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme will be essential on taking up appointment along with SSSC Registration. Please note successful candidates for the above position will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/or Scheme Check Please note as part of the local government pay deal, local authority staff are currently not required to pay SSSC fees., Disability Confident
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