Location
Royal Borough of Greenwich, South East London. Based in Charlton with service delivery across the borough including satellite locations. Flexible working may be required including some evening sessions.

Hours
Full time (hours not specified)

Salary
£26,940 per annum

About the Role
Greenwich VIA is an integrated community substance misuse and wellbeing service seeking a dynamic and passionate Recovery Practitioner to join a busy service in a vibrant borough. VIA is committed to the ongoing professional development of all staff, offering peer support, extensive training, regular supervision, and opportunities to thrive within an aspirational organisation.
The post holder will support the local Opiate, Alcohol dependent and Non-dependent substance misuse community by:
- Engaging with the local community using motivational interviewing, brief advice and intervention
- Identifying and targeting known hot spots through partnership working and joint operations
- Supporting the Royal Borough of Greenwich by gathering information from street drinkers, partner agencies and residents
- Assisting individuals into mainstream services and working with local providers to enhance provision for hard to engage populations
The role involves carrying a caseload, conducting thorough assessments of need, safeguarding service users, their families and the wider community, and planning and delivering effective treatment interventions. The post holder will deliver face-to-face and group work using evidence-based interventions.

Experience
Experience working with people experiencing substance misuse difficulties or who are vulnerable is essential.

About you
You are a driven, dynamic individual committed to supporting the substance misuse community. You are able to work collaboratively with partners and the local community, demonstrating strong interpersonal and motivational skills. Flexibility to work some evenings and across multiple locations is required.

Qualifications
Specific qualifications are not detailed; however, commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to safeguarding principles are required. Appointment is subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including DBS.