Young Persons Substance Use Practitioner

Job Description

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Young Persons Substance Use Practitioner

Redbridge £16 per hour + Holiday Pay Ongoing Contract

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Young Persons Substance Use Practitioner to join a dedicated service supporting young people affected by drug and alcohol use. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions to help young individuals achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.You will play a key role in engaging young people, supporting their recovery journey, and working collaboratively with families, carers, and partner agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of young people, delivering assessments, care planning, and structured interventions
• Provide 1:1 and group psychosocial interventions tailored to young people's needs
• Deliver harm reduction advice, including substance misuse education and overdose prevention
• Support young people in accessing education, training, employment, and wellbeing services
• Work closely with families, carers, and external agencies to ensure holistic support
• Identify safeguarding concerns and take appropriate action in line with policies
• Maintain accurate and timely case records using case management systems
• Contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings and reviews
• Work flexibly across sites where required

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with young people, substance misuse, or other vulnerable groups
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and risk management, particularly for young people
• Ability to engage and build rapport with young individuals and their families
• Experience delivering structured interventions and support planning
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage a caseload and meet deadlines under pressure
• Good IT skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, case management systems such as Nebula, SystemOne, or Theseus)
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly rate with holiday pay
• Opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing contract with potential for extension

Interested?

If you are passionate about supporting young people and making a positive impact, apply now or get in touch for more information.

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