Adults Social Worker Substance Misuse

Quid, Inc.; Location (WV); Hybrid; USD 69,825; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £52,767

£3,000 retention bonus every two years

Hybrid working

Fully funded training opportunities

Job summary

A social services organization is seeking a Substance Misuse Social Worker in West Virginia to support adults affected by substance use. You'll provide essential support, conduct assessments, and undertake safeguarding duties in a hybrid work environment. Ideal candidates should be registered Social Workers and passionate about substance misuse issues. A competitive salary and retention bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Social Worker with Social Work England.
• Experience working with adults in a statutory setting.
• A passion for supporting individuals with substance misuse issues.

Responsibilities

• Work with adults whose primary social care needs are impacted by substance use.
• Provide a duty/front door service offering advice, signposting, screening, and risk assessments.
• Complete Care Act assessments and develop strength-based support plans.
• Collaborate with health professionals, housing services, voluntary sector, and other key partners.

Skills

Social Work registration

Experience with adults

Passion for substance misuse support

Job description

Liquid Personnel are proud to be working with Richmond and Wandsworth Councils to recruit a skilled and passionate Substance Misuse Social Worker to join their dedicated Substance Misuse Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults affected by substance use, working within a supportive and progressive environment.

Your benefits as a Substance Misuse Social Worker:

• Competitive salary up to £52,767
• £3,000 retention bonus (paid every two years)
• Hybrid working – 40% of your time spent within the boroughs
• Regular reflective supervision and peer group support
• Bespoke Personal Development Plans tailored to your career goals
• Fully funded training opportunities including Practice Educator, Leadership and Management, Best Interest Assessor (BIA), AMHP, Coaching and Mentoring, and Adult Safeguarding at Risk.

As the Substance Misuse Social Worker, you will:

• Work with adults whose primary social care needs are impacted by substance use
• Provide a duty/front door service offering advice, signposting, screening, and risk assessments
• Complete Care Act assessments and develop strength‑based support plans
• Undertake initial care reviews and manage complex cases
• Fulfil statutory safeguarding duties, including Section 42 enquiries
• Collaborate with health professionals, housing services, voluntary sector, and other key partners

Essential requirements of this Substance Misuse Social Worker role:

• Registration as a Social Worker with Social Work England
• Experience working with adults in a statutory setting
• A passion for supporting individuals with substance misuse issues
• Previous experience in substance misuse is desirable but not essential

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.