Substance Misuse Social Worker - Criminal Justice
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The Alcohol & Drug Service Substance Misuse Social Worker - Criminal Justice
The closing date is 28 September 2026
Job summary
Make a difference. Support recovery. Change lives.
Are you a qualified and registered Social Worker looking for a role where your skills can genuinely change lives?
Do you want to work with people involved in the criminal justice system, helping them overcome barriers, build meaningful lives and move towards a more positive future?
If so, wed love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Our Criminal Justice Team works with people involved in the judicial system, supporting them to make positive changes, achieve meaningful goals and move away from offending.
Youll work closely with courts, probation services and prisons, helping people address the often-complex challenges associated with substance misuse and supporting them to build a healthier, more positive future.
This is a role where every day is different and where your professional knowledge, compassion and ability to build trusting relationships can make a real and lasting difference.
About us
The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) is a registered charity that has been transforming the lives of people affected by drug and alcohol misuse for over 40 years.
Our Aspire partnership brings together ADS and Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH), combining the strengths of NHS provision with the expertise, flexibility and community focus of the voluntary sector.
With more than 20 years of partnership working, Aspire provides innovative, responsive drug and alcohol services designed around the needs of the people and communities we support.
Its an exciting time to join the drug and alcohol sector, with career development and progression.
Details
Date posted
11 September 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
B0261-26-0031
Job locations
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Princes House
1-3 Princes Street
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN1 3NJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To 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 description
Job responsibilities
To 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 Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified and registered Social Worker.
Desirable
- Practice Education qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Has experience of working with people affected by substance misuse, or a genuine interest in developing their expertise in this area.
- Experience of a multi-disciplinary team working.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified and registered Social Worker.
Desirable
- Practice Education qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Has experience of working with people affected by substance misuse, or a genuine interest in developing their expertise in this area.
- Experience of a multi-disciplinary team working.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Address
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Princes House
1-3 Princes Street
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN1 3NJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://ads-uk.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Address
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Princes House
1-3 Princes Street
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN1 3NJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://ads-uk.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Phil Scales
03000213900
Details
Date posted
11 September 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
B0261-26-0031
Job locations
The Alcohol & Drug Service
Princes House
1-3 Princes Street
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN1 3NJ
United Kingdom
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