Substance Misuse Specialist

7 days ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Recovery Focus Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Practitioner at our Grow Project in Birmingham. This innovative project is led by young people who are affected by drug or alcohol use, and provides a unique opportunity for individuals to learn new skills, make new friends, and work towards qualifications.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide brief and long-term interventions that incorporate outdoor spaces and activities promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing substance misuse.
  • Develop care plans, provide case management, and ensure integrated pathways.
  • Support the development of family intervention within the wider team.
  • Allocate and oversee the work of peer mentors and volunteers as required.
Requirements
  • Qualification in health/social care, youth and community care (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or above, DipSW, Mental Health Nursing, Counselling, Addiction Studies).
  • Experience of working in the substance misuse field with a commitment to complete NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care.
  • Good knowledge of alcohol/drug and health-related issues.
  • Liaising with voluntary and statutory agencies and health professionals.
  • Comfortable engaging with clients in a variety of service delivery settings.
  • Flexible approach, commitment to the principles of confidentiality, and ability to write client records and report and fulfill data requirements.
About Us

We are a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling, and domestic violence. Our team is committed to increasing our diversity and welcomes applications from those with lived experience.

This is a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2026 requiring the post holder to work 37 hours per week.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.



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