Substance Misuse Groupworker

Help people change their lives – and develop your career with us.

Are you passionate about supporting people to make positive, lasting changes? Do you have experience working in substance misuse, health, social care or a related field? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) has been transforming the lives of people affected by drugs and alcohol for over 40 years. As a registered charity, we are committed to providing compassionate, evidence‑based support that helps individuals, families and communities thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Aspire, our long-established partnership between ADS and Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH). For more than 20 years, Aspire has combined the strengths of NHS clinical expertise with the innovation and flexibility of the voluntary sector to deliver high‑quality drug and alcohol services across our communities.

As a member of our Groupwork Team, you'll play a key role in delivering structured, evidence‑based interventions that support people throughout their recovery journey.

Working across a variety of settings, you'll facilitate both face‑to‑face and virtual group programmes, alongside one‑to‑one sessions, helping service users build the knowledge, skills and confidence to achieve lasting recovery.

• Deliver recovery‑focused programmes based on recognised behaviour change and recovery models.
• Support people within their local communities to strengthen long‑term recovery.
• Help develop peer support and recovery networks.
• Contribute to our accredited mentor programme, supporting volunteers to make a real difference.

• Has experience working within the substance misuse field or a related support service.
• Holds a Level 3 Tackling Substance Misuse qualification (or equivalent).
• Is passionate about empowering people to achieve positive change.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team.
• Has excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.

At ADS, we know our people make the difference. That's why we invest in your wellbeing, development and future.

• Salary of £24,853 – £28,432, depending on experience.
• 29 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 2 years and 34 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays.
• 6 % employer pension contribution.
• Health Scheme.
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities, including accredited training.
• Individual learning and development plans tailored to your career goals.
• Support for newly qualified Social Workers through the ASYE programme.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• The opportunity to join an innovative, forward‑thinking organisation where your work has a genuine impact every day.

ADS is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Working at ADS is more than a job. It's an opportunity to help people rebuild their lives, strengthen communities and make a lasting difference every single day.