Job Summary
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn.
Are you passionate about supporting people on their recovery journey? We're looking for a dedicated Assessment and Engagement Worker to join our community drug and alcohol service in Aldershot on a full‑time permanent contract.
In this vital role, you'll be the first point of contact for individuals accessing support, conducting comprehensive assessments, and engaging them in tailored interventions that promote long‑term recovery. You'll work closely with individuals, families and partner agencies to ensure people receive the right support at the right time.
If you have a strong understanding of drugs and alcohol support, excellent communication skills and a commitment to empowering others, we'd love to receive an application from you.
Please read the ‘Person Specification’ below and the shortlisting criteria and ensure you reference how you meet this criteria within your application.
Main Duties of the Job
* Conduct comprehensive assessments for individuals accessing the service.
* Develop and implement person‑centred recovery plans.
* Complete risk assessments and create effective risk management plans.
* Provide harm reduction interventions and brief interventions.
* Meet and greet service users, ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment.
* Work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to deliver holistic support.
* Promote visible recovery and encourage engagement in the recovery community.
* Support individuals to access appropriate services and interventions.
* Maintain accurate records and contribute to service development.
Job Responsibilities
* Oversee the hub’s front‑of‑house area, supporting Recovery Volunteers to facilitate effective brief interventions.
* Engage with service users on arrival, addressing day‑to‑day issues as they arise.
* Undertake screenings and comprehensive assessments with service users.
* Utilise evidence‑based tools and interventions to support people on their recovery journey.
* Be prepared to hold a small caseload of service users and support them through their recovery journey.
* Take the lead in managing complex behaviours within the reception/open access area.
* Signpost to local services and empower service users to build their community networks and recovery capital.
* Promote visible and contagious recovery within the hub.
Please note: Applications will only be considered if submitted via the website; CVs are not accepted.
Person Specification
Essential
* Accredited Drug and Alcohol Practitioner, or a willingness to work towards accreditation during employment with Inclusion.
* Experience of working in the drug and alcohol field.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Excellent IT skills and adaptable to new IT systems.
* Ability to work collaboratively with others within a multi‑disciplinary team and with external stakeholders.
* Sound understanding of motivational and engagement strategies.
Knowledge
* Sound understanding of motivational and engagement strategies.
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: Inclusion
Address: Inclusion Aldershot, Alexandra Road, Aldershot, GU11 3HU
Website: https://www.mpft.nhs.uk
Details
Date posted: 18 November 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 301‑IT‑25‑7615262
Job location: Inclusion Aldershot, Alexandra Road, Aldershot, GU11 3HU
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