Compassionate Social Worker – Addiction Recovery Scotland

Tripod Partners; Paisley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tripod Partners is seeking a Social Worker for the Renfrewshire Alcohol and Drug Recovery Service in Scotland. The role involves comprehensive assessments, developing care plans, and delivering interventions to individuals and families affected by alcohol and drug use.

You will collaborate with health, social care, housing, criminal justice and third-sector partners, manage a caseload, ensure records are accurate, and promote recovery and dignity.

Qualifications

• recognises a Social Work qualification and SSSC registration.
• Experience in social work or alcohol/drug services, adult services or mental health.
• Strong assessment, care planning and risk management skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and social care legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of individuals' needs, risks and circumstances.
• Develop and review person-centred support and care plans.
• Provide professional social work interventions to individuals and families.
• Work collaboratively with health, social care, housing, criminal justice and third-sector partners.
• Support individuals to access appropriate treatment, recovery and community services.
• Safeguard vulnerable adults and children where required.
• Manage a caseload effectively and maintain accurate records.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings and risk management planning.
• Promote recovery, independence, resilience and positive outcomes.
• Ensure practice complies with relevant legislation, policies and professional standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassionate approach

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Tripod Partners is seeking a Social Worker for the Renfrewshire Alcohol and Drug Recovery Service in Scotland. The role involves comprehensive assessments, developing care plans, and delivering interventions to individuals and families affected by alcohol and drug use.

You will collaborate with health, social care, housing, criminal justice and third-sector partners, manage a caseload, ensure records are accurate, and promote recovery and dignity.