Established in 1986, Alcohol & Drugs Action (ADA) is the leading Third Sector alcohol and drugs agency in the North East of Scotland. The agency provides advice, information, support and targeted interventions in Aberdeen city and Aberdeenshire to reduce harms and promote recovery of all those affected by alcohol and/or drug use (including families and friends). ADA Direct Access services are open 7 days per week. We aim to reduce the risk of harm from alcohol and drug use for individuals affected, families, and communities. The successful candidate will offer advice, information, interventions and support to enable people to make informed decisions to reduce the harms associated with alcohol and drug use through the provision of services such as needle exchange, helpline, duty drop, outreach and crisis response -amongst others. You will provide targeted harm reduction interventions such as naloxone, Dried Blood Spot Testing (DBST), and other relevant actions to help reduce harms. Services will be delivered from our city centre base, outreach and through mobile outreach (inc where appropriate in people’s homes). You will manage a small caseload to support clients with their substance use and provide relevant interventions as well as assessing, care planning and reviewing progress and maintaining accurate client records. Weekend working is on a rota basis and evening working may also be required where needs dictate. Relevant training will be provided to the successful candidate/s. To view the Job Description please click the below link: JD - Substance Use Worker (DA) April 25.docx.pdf The roles will be based in Aberdeen at our Hadden Street Office. PVG membership is essential for this post. Closing date is Thursday 8 May 2025 with interviews to follow. To view our Statement for Employing People in Recovery, please click the link below: Employing People in Recovery - ADA Statement - FINAL.docx