Substance Misuse Recovery Worker

Sanctuary Personnel; Luton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Locum Flexibility

Career Development

Work-Life Balance

Meaningful Work

Potential Extension

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to join a dedicated team in Luton on an initial two-month locum assignment, with potential for extension. The role involves caseload management, one-to-one keyworking support and collaboration with partner services to achieve sustainable recovery outcomes.

With a competitive rate of £22.00 per hour, the post offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) across five days and the opportunity to gain varied experience within drugs and

Qualifications

• Experience in substance misuse, drugs and alcohol services.
• Proven experience managing a caseload of service users.
• Experience providing one-to-one support and keyworking.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify service users’ needs, strengths and goals.
• Develop personalised recovery plans in partnership with service users.
• Provide one-to-one support and effective keyworking to individuals with drug/alcohol issues.
• Manage an allocated caseload, monitor progress and adapt support as needed.
• Promote harm reduction and educate on safer choices and recovery.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and partner agencies to provide holistic support.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential records of assessments and progress.
• Support a person-centred, recovery-focused approach throughout work.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Strong organisational skills

Caseload management

Person-centred approach

Job description

Specialism: Substance Misuse / Drugs & Alcohol Recovery
Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, UK
Salary: £22.00 per hour
Type: Locum
Contract: 2 months, with potential for extension
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, over 5 days

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their journey towards recovery?

Sanctuary Personnel is currently recruiting for an experienced Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to join a dedicated team in Luton on an initial two-month locum assignment, with the potential for extension.

Offering a competitive rate of £22.00 per hour, this rewarding role provides an excellent opportunity to use your experience in drugs and alcohol services while making a meaningful difference to the lives of individuals affected by substance misuse.

You will manage a caseload, provide one-to-one keyworking support and work collaboratively with partner services to help individuals achieve sustainable recovery outcomes.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Earn £22.00 per hour, reflecting your skills and experience.
• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the variety and flexibility of locum work while gaining experience across different settings.
• Career Development: Build your professional network and develop your expertise within a dynamic substance misuse service.
• Work-Life Balance: Work a structured 37.5-hour week across five days.
• Meaningful Work: Make a tangible difference to individuals working towards recovery and improved wellbeing.
• Potential Extension: Benefit from the possibility of extending your initial two-month assignment.

What You Will Do

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify service users’ needs, strengths and goals.
• Develop personalised recovery plans in partnership with service users.
• Provide one-to-one support and effective keyworking to individuals experiencing drug and alcohol-related difficulties.
• Manage an allocated caseload, monitoring progress and adapting support where appropriate.
• Promote harm reduction approaches and provide education around safer choices and recovery.
• Support service users to understand different recovery models and encourage positive lifestyle changes.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, specialist services and other partner agencies to provide holistic support.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential records of assessments, interventions and service-user progress.
• Promote a person-centred, recovery-focused approach throughout your work.
• Relevant experience working within substance misuse, drugs and alcohol services.
• Proven experience managing a caseload of service users.
• Experience providing one-to-one support and keyworking.
• Strong understanding of substance misuse, recovery and harm reduction approaches.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with service users and partner agencies.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records.
• Commitment to promoting person-centred and recovery-focused support.

Why Luton?

Located in Bedfordshire, Luton is a vibrant and diverse town with excellent transport connections to London and surrounding areas. With a range of parks, local amenities and cultural attractions, Luton offers an appealing combination of professional opportunity and quality of life.

Whether you’re already based locally or looking to experience a new area, this role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career while making a genuine difference within the community.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to join a supportive service, take on a meaningful caseload and use their expertise to help individuals move towards sustainable recovery.

With £22.00 per hour, full-time hours and potential for extension, this role offers both professional development and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.