Substance Misuse Recovery Worker

About The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to join our team at HMP Thorn Cross – a Category D open prison in Appleton Thorn, Warrington, housing around 430 males. This is a crucial role within the healthcare team, making a real difference to patients and delivering outstanding care.

Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Monday – Friday 8:00‑4:00 pm.

Annual salary between £29,264 – £33,510 per annum, depending on experience.

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to support your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

• Being responsible for a caseload of patients (around 35–45), working closely with them to deliver support, one‑to‑one sessions, and advise on relapse prevention and triggers
• Deliver group sessions across the substance misuse service, including SMART, patient forums and harm reduction activities
• Plan for prisoner discharge / release and ensure ongoing care continues post‑release
• Deliver outstanding psychosocial care, listening to and acting on patient feedback to ensure care is personalised and tailored to the individual
• Provide a programme of psychosocial interventions
• Provide information and advice on substance misuse, alcohol, smoking cessation, blood‑borne viruses and safe sex practices

• Experience of working within substance misuse, whether in the community, hospital or a secure setting
• Experience with in a multi‑disciplinary framework, including housing, social care, health care and mental health pathways (bonus)
• Experience or knowledge of SMART; experience running group sessions and one‑to‑one sessions is helpful
• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated compassion, drive and commitment to delivering high‑quality care in challenging environments
• Legal right to work in the UK, and willingness to undergo additional vetting and security checks due to the nature of the role

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support for professional development and growth in your role
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when needed

Secure environments are challenging yet rewarding places to work. If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day, this could be the right opportunity for you.