Civic Recruitment Limited
Substance Misuse Worker
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2-3 month contract role with a local authority
Summary
This is a 2-3 month contract role with a local authority, aimed at providing effective assessment, support, treatment, and intervention services to children, young people, and young adults affected by substance misuse issues. The postholder will manage a caseload of service users, delivering targeted and specialist interventions to reduce harm, promote recovery, improve wellbeing, and support positive outcomes in education, employment, housing, and relationships.
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate a caseload of young people experiencing substance misuse issues.
- Undertake comprehensive assessments, risk assessments, care planning, and regular reviews.
- Deliver tailored interventions based on individual needs, vulnerabilities, and treatment goals.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case records and reports.
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Requirements:
Essential Experience Required
- Significant experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults with complex needs.
- Experience supporting individuals affected by substance misuse and related behavioural issues.
- Experience managing a caseload and delivering one-to-one interventions.
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Essential Qualifications Required
- Recognised qualification in Substance Misuse, Youth and Community Work, Social Work, Health, Counselling, Psychology, or a related field.
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent professional experience.
- Relevant professional certification or training at NVQ Level 4 or above, or equivalent.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 36 hours per week.
- 10.00 am – 4.00 pm, Monday to Friday.
- Evening and weekend work and flexible working is required.
- We work on a bi-weekly schedule.
- The role closes on 30th July 2026, apply ASAP.
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