Interim Band 5 Recovery Worker (Substance Misuse) NHS Organisation Community Drug and Alcohol Service 12 weeks initially (option to extend) We are working in partnership with an NHS organisation to recruit a Band 5 Recovery Worker to support a specialist drug and alcohol service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference, working with individuals experiencing substance misuse, particularly opiate dependency, within a structured and recovery-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Manage a full caseload of service users as a named key worker, supporting their recovery journey .Carry out comprehensive assessments, develop care plans and coordinate onward referrals Deliver psycho-social interventions, including CBT-informed, solution-focused and motivational approaches Provide harm reduction advice and education, including safer drug use, safer sex and blood borne viruses (HIV, Hepatitis A, B and C) Support individuals prescribed Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) and other treatment pathways Assist nurse prescribers during prescribing clinics and coordinate appointments and care Facilitate and deliver group work interventions to support engagement and recovery Deliver or support needle exchange services and wider harm minimisation initiatives Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and partner agencies to meet safeguarding and mental health needs Maintain accurate, high-quality clinical records and support service user involvement throughout