Double Impact is a registered charity and not for profit organisation. We have been generating sustained and visible recovery from addiction since 1998.
The Nottingham Recovery Network comprises of Framework Housing Association, Double Impact and Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The service is publicly funded and has been established to support people who misuse drugs and alcohol. We provide a single point of advice, support and treatment for anyone in Nottingham City who wishes to change their relationship with alcohol or drugs
Senior Substance Use Practitioner
(Nottingham Recovery Network, Nottingham City)
Location: Wellbeing Hub (Psychosocial Interventions Team),73 Hounds Gate, Nottingham
Salary: £29,970 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
We are looking to recruit a Senior Substance Use Practitioner to work within the Nottingham Recovery Network’s Psychosocial Interventions Team.
This team delivered evidence-based group provisions to the services users within Nottingham Recovery Network service as well as also case managing individuals who have had substance use issues and need recovery related support as well as advice and guidance. The delivery of Psychosocial interventions 1:1 is the primary focus of the teams 1:1 work including the use of approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Cognitive behavioural therapy, Motivational interviewing and introducing clients to peer support and mutual aid.
The postholder will be required to be competent and autonomous in dealing with more complex cases and will have the experience and knowledge to competently advise more junior members of the team.
Key Responsibilities:
• To ensure service users receive evidence-based interventions as identified through their care plan, and assist in the delivery of structured care plans
• To deliver psychosocial interventions through 1:1 and group work
• Key working with service users to build successful and trusting relationships
• To maintain appropriate records and case notes in line with the service outcomes
• Care planning, risk assessment and risk management
• Have responsibility for supporting and mentoring more junior members of staff
The successful candidate will have:
• At least a Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care or equivalent
• Degree level knowledge in Health/Social Care or other relevant applicable field (desirable)
• Professional Training/Qualifications in another relevant area e.g. counselling, psychotherapy etc (desirable)
• Extensive experience of working with alcohol or drug users in a similar role
• Experience of utilising psychosocial interventions (e.g. motivational interviewing, CBT) to initiate change
• A genuine passion for working with vulnerable people with substance misuse problems
• Knowledge and understanding of the recovery process
• A passion for recovery
• Experience of delivering group work
For an informal discussion please contact Nicola Batchford, Service Manager on 07814660238.
For further details regarding Double Impact and the role and for an application form please go to our website https://www.doubleimpact.org.uk/job-opportunities
Please return completed application forms to fionakelman@doubleimpact.org clearly stating the role that you are applying for.
Double Impact embraces diversity and takes a pro-active approach to equality in services and employment. Registered Charity No. 1139865
Closing date: 25 May 2025
Senior Substance Use Practitioner (Nottingham Recovery Network, Nottingham City)
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