Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service – Alcohol/Addictions Project Worker

Confederation of Service Charities; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Alcohol/Addictions Project Worker to support veterans facing substance use challenges. This role involves working closely with veterans referred through various services, utilizing evidence-based interventions to address alcohol and addiction issues. The position is part-time, based in Chesterfield, and offers the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of those who have served. With a commitment to understanding and meeting the specific needs of veterans, this role is ideal for health care professionals with relevant experience and a passion for helping others. Join a supportive team and contribute to meaningful change in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience working with substance use or addictions is essential.
• Lived experience or close links with the Armed Forces is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Address problematic alcohol use and other addictions among veterans.
• Use evidence-based interventions to support clients.

Skills

Substance Use Treatment

Addiction Counseling

Veteran Support

Education

Health Care Professional Qualification

Job description

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Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service – Alcohol/Addictions Project Worker

Working with veterans referred via a range of services or veteran self-referrals, to address problematic alcohol use and/or other addictions.

Hours: 18.5 hours weekly
Salary: £25,375 per annum pro rata (12,687 for 18.5 hours weekly)

This role will suit a health care professional with experience of working with substance use or addictions, who has served themselves or has close links with the Armed Forces. Working with an existing team of veteran project workers and volunteers, the role will involve using evidence-based interventions to address excessive alcohol use or other addictions.

The post will be based in Chesterfield at our Veteran Community HUB.

For both posts, applications from those with lived experience are welcomed.

Both posts are fixed term for 2 years with the possibility of further funding to extend contracts.

Closing date for applications: April 30, 2025

Interviews: week commencing May 5, 2025

DAAS has opportunities for veterans or those who may have close links with ex-armed forces to join our growing STAND TO staff team. If you are committed to ensuring that veterans in Derbyshire can gain access to services that understand their experiences and meet their specific needs, the following roles may be of interest to you.

You can request an application pack via email at: [e-mail] or download it from our website: standto.co.uk