Trauma-Informed Substance Use Team Lead (Multi-Agency)

The Society of St James; Southampton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

25 days annual leave + public holidays

Induction and training

Job summary

The Society of St James (SSJ) seeks an innovative Substance Use Team Leader to collaboratively guide a dynamic team within the Adult Alcohol and Drug Service, supporting individuals with complex needs. You will oversee governance, staff caseloads and partner with NHS teams to deliver trauma-informed harm reduction and recovery pathways.

Engage across agencies, manage resources, and nurture a safe, service-user-led environment that champions social inclusion and recovery outcomes for marginalised

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and developing a high-performing team.
• Strong knowledge of harm reduction principles and treatment pathways.
• Experience with safeguarding processes for adults and children.
• Experience collaborating with statutory and voluntary partners across agencies.
• Budget oversight and governance documentation experience.
• Demonstrates SSJ values and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development: manage staff, supervision, appraisals, coaching, and a learning culture.
• Substance Use & Harm Reduction: apply harm reduction principles and psychosocial interventions.
• Safeguarding & Risk Management: lead risk assessments and safeguarding for adults and children.
• Multi-Agency & Partnership Working: collaborate with health, housing, probation, and criminal justice partners.
• Operational & Financial Oversight: oversee budgets, governance, IT literacy, and case management records.
• SSJ Core Competencies: embody values, initiative, and trust-based leadership.
• Join a dynamic Charity and Housing Association delivering housing and support to vulnerable groups.

Skills

Team Leadership

Harm Reduction Knowledge

Safeguarding

Partnership Working

Governance & Oversight

Values-driven Leadership

Tools

IT literacy

Job description

The Society of St James (SSJ) seeks an innovative Substance Use Team Leader to collaboratively guide a dynamic team within the Adult Alcohol and Drug Service, supporting individuals with complex needs. You will oversee governance, staff caseloads and partner with NHS teams to deliver trauma-informed harm reduction and recovery pathways.

Engage across agencies, manage resources, and nurture a safe, service-user-led environment that champions social inclusion and recovery outcomes for marginalised