Caseworker (Opiate Team)

North East Ambition; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional public health service in the United Kingdom is looking for a dedicated Caseworker to join the Opiate Team. You will provide critical support to clients facing substance use issues, domestic abuse, and homelessness. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing recovery plans, and collaborating with various teams to ensure appropriate care. Ideal candidates will have experience with vulnerable populations, strong communication skills, and a commitment to making a community impact. This role is permanent and offers professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Employee discounts

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with substance, domestic abuse, or homelessness issues.
• Commitment to a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and assessments to identify client needs.
• Develop and implement tailored recovery plans.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies.
• Engage clients proactively to meet service needs.
• Coordinate clinical interventions with the clinical team.

Skills

Experience working with vulnerable populations

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed approach

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting role on offer within our Public Health service as a Caseworker (Opiate Team).

Are you resilient and proactive? Are you passionate about helping people in the local community make lasting changes? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Caseworker to join our Opiate Team on a permanent basis.

Working as part of Middlesbrough Council, our multi-disciplinary team provides vital support to those experiencing problems related to substance use. Our mission is to empower our service users by offering comprehensive care, tailored interventions, and a pathway to recovery.

As a Caseworker, you will provide comprehensive support to clients experiencing substance use issues, domestic abuse, and homelessness. You will guide clients through their treatment and recovery journey, implementing psychosocial interventions, developing recovery plans, and facilitating referrals to relevant services. Your work will help people achieve recovery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and assessments to identify client needs.
• Develop and implement tailored recovery plans.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies to ensure service users receive the care they need.
• Work proactively and flexibly to engage clients and meet service needs.
• Ensure adherence to all processes and procedures.
• Liaise with the clinical team to coordinate appropriate clinical interventions for clients.

What We Offer

• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development.
• The chance to make a real impact in the community.
• Employees discounts and a competitive pension scheme.

Requirements

• Experience working with vulnerable populations—ideally those with issues related to substance, domestic abuse, or homelessness.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Business insurance in place prior to starting.

If you are ready to use your skills and experience to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!

If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Vanessa Kelly at [e-mail].

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for both adults and children.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.