Young Persons 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. Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Young Persons Worker The closing date is 09 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary The YPS will work with young people aged 21 years and under. They will provide assessment, risk management and a range of interventions to YP with hazardous, harmful and dependent drug and alcohol problems in the Hillingdon Borough. They will liaise closely with the Hillingdon Drug and Alcohol Service and other professionals working with young people. The YPS will also provide support and training to other professionals working with YP to nursing and medical staff. Main duties of the job Clinical: o To provide comprehensive assessment of YP referred to the service. This may include using motivational interviewing techniques, self-report measures, risk assessment, rating scales, direct and indirect observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care. Assessments will involve making judgements involving complex facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options, as well as requiring prolonged concentration. o Assessments will require testing of bodily fluids, and therefore direct contact with urine and / or saliva. It will also include dry blood spot testing. o To participate in the Needle Exchange program when required. o To assess the psychological, emotional, social and treatment needs of the YP, taking account of the needs of the family and local community. To support YP to transition from YP services to other appropriate services and support to Employment Training and Education (ETE). About us Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) is one of the largest NHS providers of mental health, community health and substance misuse services in England. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care that supports individuals, families and communities to achieve better health outcomes. The Hillingdon Drug and Alcohol Service provides specialist support to children, young people and adults affected by substance misuse. We work collaboratively with a wide range of partner organisations, including schools, children's services, CAMHS, youth justice services and community organisations, to deliver holistic and responsive care. As a Young Persons Worker, you will join a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving the health, wellbeing and life opportunities of young people across Hillingdon. We offer opportunities for professional development, clinical supervision and ongoing training within an organisation that values compassion, respect, empowerment and partnership. Details Date posted 26 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £36,943 to £44,900 a year per annum inc HCAS (pro rata if P/T) Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time Reference number 333-D-AD-0638 Job locations Uxbridge Health Centre (Entrance C - 1st Floor) Chippendale Waye Uxbridge UB8 1UB United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities The Young Persons Worker will provide specialist assessment, intervention and care coordination for young people aged up to 21 years who are experiencing difficulties relating to drug and alcohol use. The post holder will undertake comprehensive assessments, identify risks and strengths, and dev