Substance Misuse Recovery Worker

• Perform risk/need assessments and develop risk management/care plans following organizational policies and procedures.


• Conduct periodic risk/need reviews based on service user needs.


• Devise, monitor, review, and update recovery care plans tailored to individual service user profiles and requirements.


• Provide comprehensive care packages, including psychosocial and psychological interventions, alongside peers and volunteers.


• Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, actively participating in team meetings.


• Manage cases using a recovery-focused approach, utilising one-on-one sessions where appropriate.


• Ensure effective communication across all levels of the service.


• Conduct screenings for drug and alcohol use.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date service user records in accordance with organisational policies.


• Collaborate and coordinate with other health and social care providers as needed.


• Report concerns related to service users' children and safeguarding issues promptly.


• Maintain detailed case notes in line with policy, documenting all interactions with service users and compiling necessary statistical information.


• Uphold the security and confidentiality of information, handling it discreetly and securely within designated systems.


• Promptly report any incidents, complaints, or grievances.


• Provide recommendations for safeguarding referrals concerning adults or children.


• Adhere to policies and procedures for lone working, taking necessary precautions for personal safety.


• Actively promote the service in a positive manner.

Requirements of the�Recovery Worker:

• Prior experience in the Substance Misuse field is essential.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.


• Familiarity with various substances and their effects.


• Understanding of the principles underlying the recovery movement.


• Awareness of the multifaceted challenges confronted by individuals struggling with substance misuse, spanning social care, welfare benefits, health, and accommodation.


• Knowledge of therapeutic approaches applicable to working with service users.


• Demonstrated appreciation for confidentiality and sensitivity when handling public and service user information.


• Experience collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team.


• Understanding of Safeguarding Adults and Children principles and their practical application.