Qualified Social Worker (Substance Misuse)

Local Government South East; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth City Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker (ASYE completed) to assess adults with problematic substance use and plan tailored care under the Care Act 2014. You will deliver strength-based interventions, collaborate across services, and support crisis management within a Recovery Hub setting.

You will supervise staff, chair multi-agency risk meetings, and maintain robust records while promoting independence and person-centred outcomes for individuals and families in

Qualifications

• ASYE completed and registered Social Worker with Social Work England.
• Experience with adults, ideally in fieldwork and safeguarding.
• Knowledge of Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Assess adults with multiple needs and develop person-centred support plans.
• Conduct outcome-led assessments and reviews.
• Support crisis management and apply Mental Capacity/Mental Health Act.
• Supervise staff and chair multi-agency risk management meetings.

Skills

ASYE completed

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Independent working

Education

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Job description

Your new role

There are exciting changes within substance misuse recovery services. We are expanding our provision to improve capacity and quality which this post will be part of and co-located with new mental health practitioner posts, in a multi-disciplinary team based within the Recovery Hub in Southsea. This team will directly support those individuals or families accessing the Recovery Hub with multiple needs, as well as working alongside the Recovery Workers, providing advice and guidance.

• Full Time
• Permanent
• Portsmouth
• Posted 7 days ago
• 40000 - 44000 £ / Year
• Closes: 30 September 2026

Website

Portsmouth City Council
Local Government

Your new role

There are exciting changes within substance misuse recovery services. We are expanding our provision to improve capacity and quality which this post will be part of and co-located with new mental health practitioner posts, in a multi-disciplinary team based within the Recovery Hub in Southsea. This team will directly support those individuals or families accessing the Recovery Hub with multiple needs, as well as working alongside the Recovery Workers, providing advice and guidance. We are looking for an experienced Social Worker, who has completed the ASYE, to assess the needs of adults with problematic substance use, then identify creative ways to meet their assessed outcomes under the Care Act 2014. The role includes outcome led interventions, using a strength-based approach to support people to live their lives. You will work collaboratively with others, maintaining a strength based and aspirational approach to achieve the outcomes the person wants. You will be assessing clients' needs and agreeing a person-centred support plan, completing reviews of assessments and support plans as required. You will be supporting people with all their health, mental health and social care needs in a recovery focused way, promoting independence. Working with a wide range of services and agencies, you will be supporting both crisis management and mental capacity when required. You will have extensive experience of supervising staff and be responsible for managing your caseload. In addition, you will chair or support other staff to chair multi-agency risk management meetings. There will be the opportunity to offer informal advice and guidance to unqualified staff. Who Is The Person Summary You will be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England and have completed your ASYE. You will have experience of working with adults ideally in a fieldwork setting, within the sphere of safeguarding adults, whilst some experience of working within substance misuse services would be desirable. With a thorough understanding and working knowledge of the legislative frameworks that underpin practice, including the Care Act, Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act, you will have robust, comprehensive skills in risk management and the ability to assess, plan and record sensitive information and data. The role requires an individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who is able to work creatively with a diverse range of people, sometimes under challenging circumstances. You will be advocating for individuals and carers using a problem-solving approach and possess good assessment skills. The ability to negotiate, work creatively and flexibly with an aptitude for innovative decision making is needed to achieve the best possible outcomes. You will be able to work autonomously and be responsible for managing your own caseload and deadlines whilst maintaining case records.