3-Month Contract with a Local Authority
Summary
- The Senior Substance Use Worker plays a vital role within an integrated team, providing trauma-informed, holistic support to young people affected by substance use in Islington. This position is a 3-month contract with a local authority, focusing on delivering comprehensive care and support to those in need.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and support a team of Substance Use Practitioners.
- Manage case allocation, workflow, and reflective supervision.
- Lead on performance, quality assurance, and staff development.
- Promote the councilâ s valuesâ Collaborative, Ambitious, Resourceful, Empowering (CARE).
Essential Experience Required
- Extensive experience working with children and young people affected by substance use, including an understanding of Hidden Harm.
- Experience undertaking complex substance use assessments and developing care plans.
- Minimum 2 years working with young people across diverse settings, including delivering short- and long-term interventions and group work.
Essential Qualifications Required
- In-depth knowledge of substances, addiction, and co-occurring needs.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 35 hours per week.
- Enhanced DBS with child and adult required.
- We work on a bi-weekly payment schedule.
The role closes on 29th June 2026, apply ASAP.
