Substance Misuse Recovery Worker

The Alcohol and Drug Service; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Health scheme

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced sick pay

ASYE programme support

Accredited courses

Job summary

The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) is a long-established charity delivering recovery-focused support across Doncaster. This permanent, on-site role sits in our Criminal Justice Team.

You will work closely with courts, probation and prisons to help individuals address substance misuse, reduce offending and build healthier futures. We value compassionate practice, collaboration, and shared learning, with a strong commitment to making a real difference in people’s lives.

Job description

Substance Misuse Recovery Worker - Criminal Justice

Company: The Alcohol & Drug Service
Salary: £24,853 to £25,927 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Doncaster
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 16 Sept 2026
Closing date: 6 Oct 2026

Summary

Make a Difference. Build Recovery. Change Lives.

Are you passionate about helping people make positive, lasting changes in their lives?

Do you want a career where the work you do every day can genuinely make a difference?

The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) is a registered charity with more than 40 years' experience transforming the lives of people affected by problematic drug and alcohol use.

Our Aspire partnership brings together ADS and Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH), combining the expertise and resources of NHS and voluntary-sector services.

Together, we have worked in partnership for more than 20 years to provide innovative, flexible and responsive drug and alcohol services to local communities.

We're forward-thinking, committed to recovery and closely connected to the communities we serve - and this is an exciting time to join us.

Our Criminal Justice Team supports people involved in the criminal justice system to move towards healthier, more meaningful lives.

Working closely with courts, probation services and prisons, you'll play a vital role in helping people address substance misuse, reduce offending and build a more positive future.

This is a rewarding role for someone who understands that behind every individual is a person with the potential to change.

You'll be part of a committed, supportive team where your experience, ideas and contribution really matter.

Why join ADS?

We believe investing in our people is just as important as supporting the people who use our services.

As part of ADS, you'll have access to:

• £24,853 - £25,927 salary, dependent on experience
• 29 days' annual leave, rising to 31 days after 2 years and 34 days after 5 years, plus public holidays
• Attractive pension package, including a 6% employer contribution
• Health scheme
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities linked to your personalised learning and development plan
• Enhanced sick pay
• For newly qualified Social Workers, support through the ASYE programme
• A comprehensive programme of accredited courses