Recovery-Focused Drug & Alcohol Practitioner (Part-Time)

Phoenix Futures; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drug and alcohol recovery service in Ilkeston is seeking a motivated Drug and Alcohol Practitioner to work 22.5 hours a week. The role involves managing a caseload of service users, delivering tailored support and facilitating group work to help clients achieve their recovery goals. Candidates should have relevant experience or lived experience in the field, alongside strong communication and organisational skills. The job offers a starting salary of £24,637, with opportunities for growth and various benefits including training and development.

Benefits

Starting salary of £24,637

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme and life assurance

Continuous training and career development

Access to Employee Assistance programme

NHS-related training access

Qualifications

• Experience in drug and alcohol use treatment or lived experience.
• Motivated and passionate about recovery.
• Ability to maintain good record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of service users with drug and alcohol issues.
• Deliver one-to-one care-planned support.
• Facilitate group work sessions and collaborate with other support agencies.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Initiative

Administrative skills

Job description

A leading drug and alcohol recovery service in Ilkeston is seeking a motivated Drug and Alcohol Practitioner to work 22.5 hours a week. The role involves managing a caseload of service users, delivering tailored support and facilitating group work to help clients achieve their recovery goals. Candidates should have relevant experience or lived experience in the field, alongside strong communication and organisational skills. The job offers a starting salary of £24,637, with opportunities for growth and various benefits including training and development.