Your new companyYour new organisation's mission is to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. Their aim is to work together to challenge stigma and oppression, by creating a respectful environment. Your new roleThe successful candidate will provide support to service users in West London. They will work closely with people suffering from drug and alcohol addiction, providing clients with support from point of entry into the service and through their treatment/recovery journey. They will do so by providing screenings, assessments, psychosocial interventions, recovery planning and onward referrals. Other responsibilities will include 1 to1 key work, POD and group work and clinical interventions. The role is located in Ealing. What you'll need to succeed

• Excellent understanding of drug and alcohol issues and experience of working within a related field.
• Experience working within similar environments.
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience of working with children, parents and social workers is preferred
• Teamwork skills
• Ability to navigate a challenging situation
• Post subject to enhanced DBS check

What you'll get in return

• Monday to Friday, 9 to 5 hours.
• Competitive salary.

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