Frontline Substance Misuse Recovery Specialist

Morgan Hunt; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt is recruiting a Recovery Worker for our substance misuse service in Brixton. You will work directly with individuals affected by drug and alcohol dependency, delivering front-line recovery support and building trust to help progress toward recovery goals.

The role focuses on caseload management, assessments, risk and recovery planning, and motivational interventions, with a person-centred approach and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Direct experience in substance misuse recovery services.
• Understanding of drug and alcohol treatment pathways.
• Experience delivering 1:1 recovery interventions and managing caseloads.
• Ability to support individuals with complex needs.
• Strong engagement, communication and organisational skills.
• Practical, non-judgemental and person-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of individuals with drug and alcohol support needs.
• Complete assessments, risk management plans and recovery plans.
• Deliver structured keyworking sessions and motivational interventions.
• Support harm reduction, relapse prevention and treatment engagement.
• Identify barriers to recovery and connect service users to support.
• Liaise with clinical teams, housing services and partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate case records and monitor recovery outcomes.

Job description

Morgan Hunt is recruiting a Recovery Worker for our substance misuse service in Brixton. You will work directly with individuals affected by drug and alcohol dependency, delivering front-line recovery support and building trust to help progress toward recovery goals.

The role focuses on caseload management, assessments, risk and recovery planning, and motivational interventions, with a person-centred approach and strong communication skills.