Tobacco Dependency Advisor - Substance Use

North East Combined Authority; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Smoke-Free South Tees is seeking a Specialist Stop Smoking Practitioner to lead the delivery of smoking cessation support for individuals accessing substance use treatment services across South Tees.

The role focuses on reducing tobacco-related harm and supporting lasting behaviour change within an underserved population. An enhanced DBS check is required and sponsorship isn’t offered by Middlesbrough Council.

Job description

We have an exciting role on offer within our Public Health as a Tobacco Dependency Advisor (TDA) Substance Use.

Smoke-Free South Tees is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Specialist Stop Smoking Practitioner to lead the delivery of smoking cessation support for individuals accessing substance use treatment services across South Tees.

Smoking remains one of the largest contributors to poor health and premature mortality amongst people receiving treatment for drug and alcohol dependency.

This newly developed role provides an exciting opportunity to work directly with an underrepresented population group, helping individuals reduce tobacco-related harm and achieve lasting behaviour change. If you are passionate about supporting positive change within our communities then this could be the role for you.

If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!

The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.

• We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.