Are you passionate about supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use to make positive, lasting changes in their lives?

We are looking for a Dedicated Skilled Worker to join our team, working within an integrated healthcare framework to provide specialist support to adults aged 18 and over who are experiencing substance misuse issues.

Based across Thanet and Canterbury, you will provide support to service users living in supported accommodation and hostel settings. You will carry a smaller caseload, allowing you to provide an enhanced and flexible level of support to individuals with high levels of complexity and those who may experience significant barriers to engaging with services.

Our approach is underpinned by Trauma-Informed principles, recognising the impact that trauma, homelessness, substance use and other complex needs can have on an individual's ability to engage with support. You will build trusting relationships with service users, helping them to identify their goals, access appropriate services and make meaningful progress towards recovery.

A key part of your role will be understanding the unique needs of people who are at risk of rough sleeping and working collaboratively to coordinate their care. This will include liaising closely with housing support workers, healthcare professionals and partner agencies, as well as facilitating access to primary care and other community services.