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DACT Hospital Liaison Worker (Fixed Term - 12 Months)
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Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: B0261-1230142
Job summary
Are you passionate about helping people make positive changes in their lives? Do you want a role where your skills can have a real and lasting impact?
Were now looking for a motivated and compassionate Hospital Liaison Substance Misuse Worker to join our team at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.
Why join us?
Hospital Liaison is an exciting partnership between ADS and Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH). Youll be part of the wider Aspire treatment Service, working alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced hospital environment.
No two days will be the same. Youll have the opportunity to make a difference at a crucial point in someones life, supporting people to take the first steps towards positive change and helping reduce future hospital attendance.
Main duties of the job
You'll work with people experiencing substance use problems across Accident and Emergency and inpatient wards, providing: Advice, information and brief interventions Assessments of risk and need Support to engage with specialist substance misuse treatment Practical, person-centred interventions that encourage positive change Collaborative working with hospital colleagues and wider services.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your experience and career within the substance misuse field, which is experiencing significant growth and development.
About us
The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) has been transforming the lives of people affected by drugs and alcohol for over 40 years. As a registered charity, were proud to support individuals, families and communities to achieve positive change.
Details
Date posted
27 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,682 to £32,559 a year Dependent on experience.
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
365 days
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
B0261-1230142
Job locations
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To engage people with substance misuse problems to enter treatment services. To provide advice, assessment and brief interventions along with some structured key working and make onward referrals to specialist services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To engage people with substance misuse problems to enter treatment services. To provide advice, assessment and brief interventions along with some structured key working and make onward referrals to specialist services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- You should have relevant experience in the substance misuse field and hold a relevant qualification, such as:
- A degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or a related subject or
- Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent
- Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification or equivalent
- Newly qualified Social Workers are welcome to apply we support the ASYE programme.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within substance misuse services
- Experience of key working and psychological/psychosocial interventions
- Experience of substance misuse treatment approaches
- Experience of providing brief interventions
- Experience of undertaking assessments of need and risk
- Experience of providing harm reduction advice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- You should have relevant experience in the substance misuse field and hold a relevant qualification, such as:
- A degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or a related subject or
- Diploma in Adult Care or equivalent
- Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification or equivalent
- Newly qualified Social Workers are welcome to apply we support the ASYE programme.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within substance misuse services
- Experience of key working and psychological/psychosocial interventions
- Experience of substance misuse treatment approaches
- Experience of providing brief interventions
- Experience of undertaking assessments of need and risk
- Experience of providing harm reduction advice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Address
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://ads-uk.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Address
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://ads-uk.org/ (Opens in a new tab)