Community Substance Misuse Team Lead

Ad Warrior Ltd; Hull Bridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training & development

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card

25 days annual leave rising to 30

Death in Service Payment

Job summary

The Forward Trust, a community-based substance misuse charity, seeks a Team Leader in Hull to guide delivery of person-centred treatment for adults. You will supervise practitioners, conduct comprehensive assessments, and develop SMART care plans, while collaborating with local partners to meet KPIs and CQC standards.

You will lead a team, support professional development, and ensure safe, effective interventions. Flexible working and regional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience of managing or leading within community-based substance misuse services.
• Experience of conducting comprehensive assessments and developing SMART care plans.
• Experience of delivering structured psychosocial interventions and supporting others to deliver them effectively.
• Knowledge of a range of psychosocial interventions and their benefits for people affected by drug and alcohol use.
• Experience of using motivational interviewing techniques in one-to-one and group settings.
• Ability to provide effective supervision, training, coaching and guidance to team members.
• A positive, proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to prioritise key issues and respond effectively to changing service needs.
• Strong IT skills and the ability to use case management systems effectively.
• A Diploma in Health and Social Care, or an equivalent qualification.
• A recognised management qualification, or a willingness to work towards one.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support delivery of high-quality, person-centred drug and alcohol treatment services.
• Oversee a caseload, conduct assessments and develop SMART care plans.
• Provide harm reduction advice and deliver structured interventions (1:1 and group).
• Supervise, guide and train practitioners to maintain high standards of practice.
• Build partnerships with external agencies to ensure joined-up care and outcomes.
• Ensure service meets KPIs, commissioner requirements and CQC standards.
• Utilise IT and case management systems to monitor progress and records.

Skills

Leadership experience

Assessments

SMART care plans

Psychosocial interventions

Motivational interviewing

Supervision & training

IT systems

Case management systems

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care

Management qualification

Tools

Case management systems

IT systems

Job description

The Forward Trust, a community-based substance misuse charity, seeks a Team Leader in Hull to guide delivery of person-centred treatment for adults. You will supervise practitioners, conduct comprehensive assessments, and develop SMART care plans, while collaborating with local partners to meet KPIs and CQC standards.

You will lead a team, support professional development, and ensure safe, effective interventions. Flexible working and regional travel may be required.