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Substance Misuse Recovery Worker - Criminal Justice
The Alcohol & Drug Service View all jobs
Posted 16 day(s) ago
Reference: 2345420
Job summary
Make a Difference. Build Recovery. Change Lives.
Are you passionate about helping people make positive, lasting changes in their lives?
Do you want a career where the work you do every day can genuinely make a difference?
Main duties of the job
Our Criminal Justice Team supports people involved in the criminal justice system to move towards healthier, more meaningful lives.
Working closely with courts, probation services and prisons, you'll play a vital role in helping people address substance misuse, reduce offending and build a more positive future.
This is a rewarding role for someone who understands that behind every individual is a person with the potential to change.
You'll be part of a committed, supportive team where your experience, ideas and contribution really matter.
About us
The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) is a registered charity with more than 40 years experience transforming the lives of people affected by problematic drug and alcohol use.
Our Aspire partnership brings together ADS and Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH), combining the expertise and resources of NHS and voluntary-sector services.
Together, we have worked in partnership for more than 20 years to provide innovative, flexible and responsive drug and alcohol services to local communities.
Were forward-thinking, committed to recovery and closely connected to the communities we serve and this is an exciting time to join us.
Why join ADS?
We believe investing in our people is just as important as supporting the people who use our services.
As part of ADS, you'll have access to:
29 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 2 years and 34 days after 5 years, plus public holidays
Attractive pension package, including a 6% employer contribution
Health scheme
Comprehensive training and development opportunities linked to your personalised learning and development plan
Enhanced sick pay
For newly qualified Social Workers, support through the ASYE programme
A comprehensive programme of accredited courses
The opportunity to join ADS during an exciting period of growth, development and positive change
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24,853 to £25,927 a year Dependent on experience.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
B0261-26-0032
Job locations
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Aspire
1-3 Princes Street
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN1 3NJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To manage a Criminal Justice caseload.
To support adhoc the running of clinics across the service on rota basis.
To support the delivery of a harm reduction advice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To manage a Criminal Justice caseload.
To support adhoc the running of clinics across the service on rota basis.
To support the delivery of a harm reduction advice.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of substances and their effects.
- Understanding of the recovery movement.
- Experience of a multi-disciplinary team.
Qualifications
Essential
- If you have relevant experience in the substance misuse sector, a Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification or equivalent, and the motivation to help people move away from addiction and offending, we want to hear from you.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of substances and their effects.
- Understanding of the recovery movement.
- Experience of a multi-disciplinary team.
Qualifications
Essential
- If you have relevant experience in the substance misuse sector, a Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification or equivalent, and the motivation to help people move away from addiction and offending, we want to hear from you.
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
Aspire
1-3 Princes Street
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN1 3NJ
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
Aspire
1-3 Princes Street
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN1 3NJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://ads-uk.org/ (Opens in a new tab)