Substance Misuse Case Manager - Open Access

HIRING PEOPLE; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Substance Misuse Case Manager to join their innovative team in Doncaster. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals facing substance misuse challenges. As part of a forward-thinking partnership, you will engage with recovery communities, providing essential support and interventions. With a strong focus on professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a positive change in their community. Join us in this rewarding journey and help transform lives for the better.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Attractive Pension Package

Health Scheme

Training opportunities

Enhanced sick pay

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in substance misuse field required.
• Degree or Diploma in related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and brief interventions to service users.
• Conduct assessments and manage needle exchange services.

Skills

Substance Misuse Experience

Assessment Skills

Key Working

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Sociology

Degree in Social Work

Diploma in Health and Social Care

L3 Tackling Substance Misuse

Job description

Make a positive change – work for The Alcohol & Drug Service

We are looking for a full-time Substance Misuse Case Manager – Open Access based in Doncaster.

Salary: £25,905 - £31,611 depending on experience

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 both NHS provision under the leadership of a consultant with the strengths of the voluntary sector provided by ADS. The partnership has worked together for over 20 years providing Drug and Alcohol Services to our local communities. It is a forward-thinking and innovative partnership that works closely with the recovery communities it serves to provide flexible, responsive services that offer the best possible outcomes for its service users and the community it serves.

It is a very exciting time to be working in the drug and alcohol field with significant new career opportunities being created.

The Open Access and Assessment (OAT) team provides advice and brief interventions, some structured key working, assessments, and a needle exchange service to people entering the treatment system.

If you have relevant experience in the substance misuse field, a relevant degree (e.g., psychology, sociology, social work) or a Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent, and L3 Tackling Substance Misuse or equivalent, we would like to hear from you.

If you are experienced in the field but do not have the formal qualifications, we provide a comprehensive package of accredited qualifications, and for newly qualified Social Workers, we support the ASYE programme.

PLEASE NOTE: You need to hold a valid Right to Work in the UK; unfortunately, we are unable to support sponsorship visas.

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave: 29 days annual leave per annum, rising to 31 after 2 years’ service and 34 after 5; plus, Public Holidays
• Attractive Pension Package (6% employer contribution)
• Health Scheme
• Training opportunities in line with the personalised learning and development plan
• Enhanced sick pay
• Join ADS at a time of exciting and fast-growing change

Working at ADS is more than a job; it’s an investment of time to make a difference in the lives of people with substance misuse issues and their families.

PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVs

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This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The ADS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity. We promote the fair and equal treatment of potential and existing employees and service users.