Substance Misuse Recovery Worker - Criminal Justice

Integrated Care System; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in Doncaster is seeking a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to support individuals involved in the criminal justice system. You will manage a caseload and conduct assessments, delivering personalized care plans. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification and relevant experience. Join an innovative team making a real difference in recovery services.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in the substance misuse field.
• Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification or equivalent.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload involved in the criminal justice system.
• Conduct risk/need assessments and implement care plans.
• Support the delivery of harm reduction advice.

Skills

Experience in substance misuse field

Ability to conduct assessments

Knowledge of harm reduction

Teamwork skills

Education

Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification

Job description

Substance Misuse Recovery Worker - Criminal Justice

The criminal justice team works with people involved in the judicial system, supporting them to lead meaningful lives. This team works closely with the courts, probation, and prisons to support and steer people away from a life of crime and offending, often underpinned by addiction issues.

If you have relevant experience in the substance misuse field and a Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification or equivalent, we would like to hear from you.

We provide a comprehensive package of accredited courses and support the ASYE programme for newly qualified Social Workers.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.

Main duties of the job

Manage a caseload involved in the criminal justice system. Support the running of clinics across the service on a rota basis. Support the delivery of harm reduction advice.

Conduct assessments of need and develop care plans to support individuals.

About us

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 for the best outcomes.

It is an exciting time to work in the drug and alcohol field, with significant new career opportunities.

Job responsibilities

• Conduct risk/need assessments and implement risk management/care plans in line with policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk/need reviews as required by service users.
• Devise, monitor, review, and update recovery care plans based on service users' needs.
• Deliver care packages, including psychosocial and psychological interventions where appropriate.
• Function as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to team meetings as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse or equivalent, e.g., Health and Social Care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be conducted to verify any criminal convictions.