Social Worker - Criminal Justice Team

Integrated Care System; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supporting partnership organization in Doncaster seeks a qualified Social Worker to provide assessments and interventions for substance users within the criminal justice system. This role requires collaboration with various judicial entities and a commitment to safeguarding. Candidates should have experience in multidisciplinary settings and be prepared for a DBS check. Located in an innovative environment enhancing recovery services.

Qualifications

• Qualified and registered Social Worker needed.
• Experience with substance misuse services required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and working in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments and brief interventions within court settings.
• Collaborate with the criminal justice team to support individuals.

Skills

Experience working with substance misusers

Ability to work in multidisciplinary team settings

Commitment to safeguarding adults and children

Experience within the criminal justice system

Education

Qualified and registered Social Worker

Job description

The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) is a registered charity that has been transforming the lives of people affected by drugs and alcohol misuse for over 40 years. Aspire is a partnership between ADS and Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH). It combines the strengths of NHS provision, under the leadership of a consultant, with the voluntary sector provided by ADS. The partnership has worked together for over 20 years, providing Drug and Alcohol Services to local communities. It is a forward-thinking and innovative partnership that works closely with recovery communities to provide flexible, responsive services aimed at achieving the best outcomes for service users and the community. It is an exciting time to work in this field, with new career opportunities emerging.

Main duties of the job

The criminal justice team supports individuals involved in the judicial system, helping them lead meaningful lives. This team collaborates closely with courts, probation, and prisons to support and guide individuals away from crime and offending, often linked to addiction issues.

If you are a qualified and registered Social Worker with experience or interest in working with substance users, we would like to hear from you. For newly qualified Social Workers, we support the ASYE programme.

To arrange an informal discussion, contact Louise Braisby or Phil Scales at 0300 021 3900.

Please Note: The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment.

About us

About ADS

For over 40 years, we have delivered effective interventions across towns and cities, helping thousands of local people on the road to recovery in Humberside, Lincolnshire, and Yorkshire, supporting the national strategy locally.

The Alcohol & Drug Service is a registered charity (Charity No. 1108595) and a Company Limited by Guarantee (Company No. 05375809). Most funding comes from contracts with statutory bodies like Local Authorities and the NHS, supplemented by charitable grants and fundraising. Our governance is overseen by a Board of Trustees. We are committed to good management and are part of the Investors in People scheme, which is independently audited.

Job responsibilities

You will be required to work across multiple locations as needed. ADS reserves the right to change your usual place of work to other bases or partner agencies.

Your duties include providing assessments, brief interventions, and referrals for substance misusers within the custody suite and court settings.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• A qualified and registered Social Worker

Experience

• Experience working within substance misuse services
• Experience in multidisciplinary team settings
• Commitment to safeguarding adults and children
• Experience working within the criminal justice system

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants must submit to a disclosure check for any criminal convictions.