Substance Misuse Social Worker - Community TeamThe closing date is 16 August 2026Job summaryAspire is a long-standing partnership between ADS and Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH), bringing together the expertise of both the voluntary sector and NHS services. Led by experienced clinical professionals, including consultant leadership, Aspire combines compassionate, person-centred support with high-quality clinical care.
For over 20 years, the partnership has delivered innovative and effective drug and alcohol services across local communities. Working closely with recovery communities, Aspire is committed to providing flexible, responsive, and recovery-focused services that empower people to achieve lasting positive change.
Main duties of the jobThe drug and alcohol field is experiencing significant investment and development, creating exciting opportunities for career progression, innovation, and professional growth.
Our Community Teams are at the heart of the service, providing long-term case management and support for adults experiencing issues with substance use. Through a strong key-working and care-planning approach, the teams deliver personalised support, specialist prescribing interventions, and harm reduction services, helping people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives within their communities.
About usFor more than 40 years, the Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS), a registered charity, has been helping people overcome the challenges of drug and alcohol misuse, supporting individuals, families, and communities to build healthier, brighter futures.
DetailsDate posted: 22 July 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £26,682 to £32,559 a year
Dependent on experience.
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time,
Flexible working
Reference number: B0261-26-0024
Job locations: Aspire Drug & Alcohol Service, Sinclair House, 29 - 31 Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN1 2EZ, United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing both new and existing service users. To manage a caseload in line with the service user profile.
Job responsibilitiesTo demonstrate expert and effective practice in complex situations, assessing and managing both new and existing service users. To manage a caseload in line with the service user profile.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- We are keen to hear from qualified and registered Social Workers who have experience of, or a genuine interest in, supporting people affected by substance misuse.
- For newly qualified Social Workers, we proudly support the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme, providing a strong foundation for your career development.
ExperienceEssential- Experience of working within substance misuse services
- Experience of a multi-disciplinary team working
- Experience of key working and psychological/psychosocial interventions
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer detailsEmployer name: The Alcohol & Drug Service
Address: Aspire Drug & Alcohol Service, Sinclair House, 29 - 31 Thorne Road, Doncaster, DN1 2EZ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://ads-uk.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Service Practice Lead - Social Worker
Claire Beevers
03000213900
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