Recovery Worker - Community Substance Misuse Immediate Start

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd is seeking a Recovery Worker for a 10-week temporary assignment in Ashford, Kent. You will manage an existing caseload in a community substance misuse service, conduct initial assessments, and develop recovery plans to support individuals toward positive outcomes.

The role requires experience in community-based substance misuse, strong assessment skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including safeguarding responsibilities and close

Qualifications

• Experience in community-based substance misuse or drug and alcohol services.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Strong skills in completing assessments and developing support plans.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage an existing caseload of individuals accessing community substance misuse support.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and identify individuals' support and recovery needs.
• Manage new referrals, undertaking initial assessments and establishing appropriate support plans.
• Deliver ongoing one-to-one support to individuals affected by drug and alcohol misuse.
• Monitor progress, review recovery plans and support individuals towards positive outcomes.
• Undertake risk assessments and ensure safeguarding concerns are identified and appropriately managed.
• Work collaboratively with external agencies and partner organisations to provide joined-up support.
• Maintain accurate case notes, client records and other relevant documentation.

Skills

Caseload management

Assessments

Safeguarding

Independent working

Job description

Morgan Hunt UK Ltd is seeking a Recovery Worker for a 10-week temporary assignment in Ashford, Kent. You will manage an existing caseload in a community substance misuse service, conduct initial assessments, and develop recovery plans to support individuals toward positive outcomes.

The role requires experience in community-based substance misuse, strong assessment skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, including safeguarding responsibilities and close