Drug and Alcohol Practitioner

Forward Leeds; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health charity in the UK seeks a Drug and Alcohol Practitioner to support individuals affected by substance use. This role involves managing a caseload, providing psychosocial interventions, and promoting holistic care. You will collaborate with a range of partners to facilitate clients' recovery journeys. Ideal candidates should be compassionate and experienced in substance use support. A comprehensive benefits package and meaningful work are offered.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Life assurance

Enhanced sick pay

Birthday leave

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP access

Recognition awards

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting individuals affected by substance use.
• Ability to manage caseloads and develop personalized recovery plans.
• Knowledge of harm reduction strategies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of individuals with substance use issues.
• Conduct assessments and reviews of recovery and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partners to support client wellbeing.

Skills

Compassionate

Holistic care planning

Psychosocial interventions

Risk assessment

Job description

.## **Drug and Alcohol Practitioner - Forward Leeds****Location:** 3 Armley Court, Leeds, LS12 2LB **Working Hours:** 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday**Contract:** Permanent **Salary:** £25,110 - £32,090 per annum**Make a real difference in your community**Join **Waythrough**, one of the UK’s leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day.We support over **125,000 people each year** through our 200 services, empowering individuals to overcome challenges around mental health, housing, and substance use.**About the Role**We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Recovery Worker to support individuals affected by alcohol and/or non-opiate substance use. In this role, you’ll manage a caseload of people by developing, implementing, and reviewing personalised recovery and treatment plans.You’ll provide 1:1 psychosocial interventions (PSI), brief interventions, and holistic care planning to help people reduce harm and make lasting positive changes. Working collaboratively with partners and colleagues across the city, you’ll guide individuals from initial assessment through structured treatment, supporting their journey into recovery and onward care.If you’re passionate about empowering others, promoting wellbeing, and making a tangible difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you.This role is working with clients who are using alcohol and or non opiate substances.* Manage a caseload of people whose primary substance is opiates. Supporting, devising, implementing, and reviewing on-going recovery and treatment plans.* Facilitate and promote individuals’ progression from initial assessment into structured treatment.* Provide 1:1 PSI and brief intervention support* Care planning and risk assessment/management* You will take a “whole person” holistic approach to ensure that every service user’s package of care encompasses all areas of their wellbeing, to achieve the best possible outcomes for every person.* Reduce substance related harm to individuals and the wider community.* Working collaboratively with key partners and colleagues across the city-wide partnership to achieve the best health and wellbeing outcomes for individuals.* Support people to make positive changes and achieve their goals in treatment with a view of entering recovery and transferring care to our recovery and aftercare team.**About Waythrough**Formed in 2024 through the merger of **Humankind** and **Richmond Fellowship**, Waythrough is now one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.With **3,500 staff and volunteers** across more than **200 services**, we help people to live full, meaningful lives.Some roles may still appear under our legacy brands (Humankind, Richmond Fellowship, Aquarius) while we complete our integration — but wherever you join us, you’ll be part of one supportive team, sharing one purpose.**What We Offer**We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:* 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)* Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%* Life assurance (3× annual salary)* Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay* Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave* Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications* 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme* Recognition and long service awards via our *Way to Go* and *Aspirations* portals* £500 *Recommend a Friend* bonus* Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership* Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good* Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year**Inclusion and Accessibility**Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities — especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email **[e-mail]**.**How to Apply**If you’re viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click **‘Apply via Company Website’** to view the full job description and submit your application.*Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.***We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.**