Assessment Recovery Worker – Substance Misuse Team
Job Specialism: Assessment and Recovery
Location: Tower Hamlets, UK
Pay Rate: £23.00 per hour
Contract Type: Locum
Contract Length: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Part Time / Full Time
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assessment Recovery Worker to join a Substance Misuse service in Tower Hamlets.
This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £23.00 and the flexibility to work part-time or full-time, making it ideal for professionals who are passionate about supporting individuals to overcome substance misuse and move towards recovery.
You will play a vital role in engaging service users, conducting assessments, supporting recovery journeys, and delivering evidence-based interventions within a dynamic, supportive, community-based service.
Perks and Benefits
Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and commitments.
Hourly Pay: Earn £23.00 per hour, rewarding your experience and impact.
Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and work-life balance that locum work provides.
Supportive Working Environment: Join a service that values supervision, development, and teamwork.
Professional Development: Access opportunities for learning, reflection, and skills development.
Meaningful Work: Make a genuine difference to people’s lives every single day.
What You Will Do
Support the engagement of individuals seeking help with substance misuse by introducing them to effective, evidence-based treatment programmes.
Deliver open access support, including triage assessments, telephone screenings, needle exchange, and outreach activities.
Accurately record all activities in line with national guidelines, including NTA and NICE standards.
Facilitate recovery planning and develop assertive links with mutual aid and community resources.
Deliver recovery coaching using a range of psychosocial interventions and provide harm reduction services.
Work in partnership with other agencies and organisations to implement comprehensive treatment pathways.
Identify and manage safeguarding concerns, including child protection and protection of vulnerable adults, in line with statutory requirements.
Assist with screening processes and maintain clear professional boundaries at all times.
Actively promote the service to service users and stakeholders, maintaining a professional and positive image.
Participate in regular supervision, reflective practice, and continuous professional development.
Requirements
Experience working within substance misuse, recovery, mental health, or related support services.
Strong assessment, engagement, and communication skills.
Good understanding of safeguarding, harm reduction, and recovery-focused practice.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
Confident with record keeping and working to national standards and frameworks.
Why Tower Hamlets?
Tower Hamlets is one of London’s most vibrant, diverse, and culturally rich boroughs. With excellent transport links, a strong sense of community, and a dynamic working environment, it offers a fantastic place to grow your career while making a real social impact.
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