Substance Misuse Recovery Worker

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Mildmay Mission Hospital Substance Misuse Recovery Worker The closing date is 06 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Mildmay is looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Substance Misuse Worker with experience of working with adults. In your role, you will play a key role in supporting adults with complex needs. Working alongside another Substance Misuse Worker, you will assess, identify and manage risk, and provide guidance to the internal team and external partners. We use a multidisciplinary (MDT) team approach to provide a range of holistic services to our patients. Main duties of the job The Substance Misuse Recovery Worker will support inpatients under Mildmay's HIV, Homeless and Substance Misuse recovery programme. They will assess patients on a 1:1 basis, provide psychosocial interventions and will develop and implement care plans supporting patients with a history of substance misuse and addiction. They will work alongside and as part of Mildmay's multidisciplinary team, providing ongoing support and assessment in relation to substance misuse, as each patients inpatient stay progresses. They will undertake key working duties alongside the multidisciplinary team. They will participate in discharge planning, liaising and referring patients on to external Substance Misuse services as and when this is necessary. They will advise and support colleagues in relation to substance misuse and the patient cohort, aiming to improve understanding and reduce misconceptions. They may facilitate group sessions in relation to health promotion, education and support related to substance misuse. About us Mildmay Mission Hospital is at the forefront of care and development of services in relation to complex HIV-related conditions for patients across the UK and step-down care for Homeless and Detox patients across London. The CQC rated us as a good organisation. Details Date posted 20 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £38,488 to £46,852 a year Inclusive LWT Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number B0146-26-0008 Job locations 19 Tabernacle Gardens London E2 7DZ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities To provide patients with person-centered specialist support, assessing needs and setting goals specifically in relation to substance misuse, including alcohol as well as illegal or controlled substances. To facilitate relevant psychosocial interventions. To ensure that care reflects patients choices and preferences and promotes dignity and wellbeing. To have an awareness of diversity and actively promote equality. To proactively encourage patients to access internal and external substance misuse services, promoting and facilitating harm reduction models, encouraging patients to adopt safer practices and healthier lifestyles, and focus on recovery. To actively empower and advocate for patients. To undertake comprehensive assessments of Mildmays inpatients specifically in relation to substance misuse history. The Substance Misuse Recovery Worker should aim to meet with the majority of inpatients on admission and then continue to work with the patients who have been assessed as having a substance misuse history. To utilise coaching and motivational interviewing techniques. To un