Recovery Worker, Drug & Alcohol Services, East Sussex

Looking for a new challenge in substance misuse services? 

We are working with drug and alcohol services across Brighton and East Sussex to recruit experienced Recovery Workers who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.

You will be supporting people at different stages of their recovery journey, helping them address substance misuse, access treatment and build the confidence and skills needed to move forward.

What you will be doing within the Recovery Worker role:

• Providing structured 1:1 support to individuals affected by drug and alcohol dependency
• Managing a caseload and completing comprehensive assessments
• Developing recovery plans tailored to individual needs and goals
• Delivering brief interventions, motivational interviewing and relapse prevention support
• Promoting harm reduction and safer substance use
• Supporting referrals into detox, rehabilitation and wider community services
• Working closely with clinical teams, housing providers and other support agencies
• Maintaining accurate case notes and monitoring recovery progress

What a Recovery Worker needs:

• Previous hands-on experience in a substance misuse recovery role is essential
• Experience managing caseloads within community drug and alcohol services
• Good understanding of recovery pathways, harm reduction and safeguarding
• Ability to engage and motivate individuals with complex needs
• Strong communication, assessment and case management skills
• A flexible, proactive approach and confidence working in a busy service

If you know your way around a busy substance misuse service and are ready to get stuck into a new opportunity, we want to hear from you!

Apply today or get in touch to find out more about our temporary opportunities across Brighton and East Sussex.