Substance Intervention Specialist

18 hours ago


Plymouth, United Kingdom Caritas Recruitment Full time
Job Title

Substance Intervention Specialist

About the Role

This role involves supporting a well-established Children's Charity dedicated to delivering high-quality services and interventions to children and young people as a Substance Intervention Specialist based in Plymouth.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assess and treat young people with identified drug/alcohol problems.
  • Work with individual young people and their families, including those identified by the YOT Team.
  • Deliver tailored, evidence-based group work programmes.
  • Implement drug prevention and harm minimisation strategies.
  • Provide specialist consultation to other professionals.
  • Collaborate across agency boundaries, serving both statutory and third sectors.
  • Offer comprehensive and flexible assessment services.
  • Provide accessible information, advice, and support on substance misuse issues.
Essential Requirements:
  • Social Work degree or equivalent, or relevant professional qualification (e.g., Youth & Community, Education, NVQ 3 Health & Social Care, HNC in Social Care or Early Years).
  • Knowledge of substance misuse and the Criminal Justice Process related to young people.
  • A driving licence, access to a car, and willingness to travel across the region.
Why Choose Caritas Futures?

We prioritise the well-being of everyone we work with. As specialists in the charity sector, we understand the sensitive and challenging nature of the work our candidates do. When you join Caritas Futures, you will benefit from:

  • A dedicated recruitment specialist.
  • Unparalleled placement support.
  • Access to an exceptional well-being package, including counselling, the Head-space app, and weekly exercise classes.

Estimated Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum



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