Substance Misuse Practitioner

Location: Wolverhampton – Office Based

Hours: 3 days per week, 9:00am–5:00pm

Days: Flexible – choose your 3 working days from Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

Contract: Fixed Term – Maternity Cover

Start: ASAP




We’re looking for an experienced Substance Misuse Practitioner to join a supportive team in Wolverhampton on a fixed-term maternity cover contract.

This is an office-based role supporting individuals affected by substance misuse, helping them make positive changes, access appropriate services and work towards recovery.

The Role

• Providing one-to-one support to individuals experiencing substance misuse
• Completing assessments and identifying individual support needs
• Developing and reviewing support plans
• Supporting individuals to work towards recovery and positive outcomes
• Signposting and referring to appropriate services
• Maintaining accurate and confidential case records
• Working closely with other professionals and support services

About You

• Previous experience working within substance misuse services is essential
• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals and those with complex needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A non-judgemental and person-centred approach
• Good understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
• A valid DBS is required

Working Pattern

This is a 3-day-per-week position, 9am–5pm, with the flexibility to choose your own working days from Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.

Fixed-term maternity cover contract with an ASAP start.