Job Description
Interim Band 5 Recovery Worker (Substance Misuse) NHS Organisation Prison Drug & Alcohol Service 12 weeks initially (option to extend)
We are working in partnership with an NHS organisation to recruit a Band 5 Recovery Worker to support a specialist drug and alcohol service within a Prison setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference, working with individuals experiencing substance misuse, particularly opiate dependency, within a structured and recovery-focused environment.
Prison Clearance is essential for this role as the role will start ASAP this must be in place PRIOR to submission.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a full caseload of service users as a named key worker, supporting their recovery journey
Carry out comprehensive assessments, develop care plans and coordinate onward referrals
Deliver psycho-social interventions, including CBT-informed, solution-focused and motivational approaches
Provide harm reduction advice and education, including safer drug use, safer sex and blood borne viruses (HIV, Hepatitis A, B & C)
Support individuals prescribed Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) and other treatment pathways
Assist nurse prescribers during prescribing clinics and coordinate appointments and care
Facilitate and deliver group work interventions to support engagement and recovery Deliver or support needle exchange services and wider harm minimisation initiatives
Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and partner agencies to meet safeguarding and mental health needs
Maintain accurate, high-quality clinical records and support service user involvement throughout care
Essential Requirements
Prison Clearance
Proven experience working within a substance misuse/drug & alcohol service, particularly with opiate dependency
Experience working within a structured treatment system, including OST pathways Strong understanding of harm reduction principles and interventions
Experience managing a caseload and delivering structured interventions
Ability to carry out assessments, risk management and recovery planning
Confident delivering psycho-social interventions and group work
Excellent communication skills and ability to engage hard-to-reach or complex clients
Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment
If you are an experienced Recovery Worker looking for your next interim opportunity within a specialised setting, we would love to hear from you.
