Aftercare Worker in Caerphilly inCaerphilly PUBLISHED WED 22 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Job summary
We are seeking empathic and dedicated individuals with

Experience
s froma range of sectors to join us in establishing a new, innovative drug andalcohol treatment service. We welcome people with

Experience
of working notjust in substance use - but inhousing, mental health, primary care, secondary care,youth services, probation and other sectors that have transferable skills. We welcome individuals with their own lived

Experience
of drug and alcohol use and/or mentalhealth and from those who have supportedothers with lived

Experience
.

Main duties of the job
Provide ongoingaftercare support and interventions that helpsustain the goals andprogress of those exiting in-depthpsychosocial interventions (via Active Treatment)

About us
The Gwent Drug and Alcohol service provides support to individuals and families affected by substanceuseacrossall5localauthorities.Aspartofourservicere-launch,wearerecruitingfor new roles across the service that align with the vision of the Gwent APB Substance Misuse Commissioning Team.

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Date posted
22 October 2025

Pay scheme
Other

Salary
£24,347 to £26,511 a year

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time

Reference number
B0Job location
sGwent Drug & Alcohol ServiceSt. Fagans StreetCaerphillyMid GlamorganCF83 1FZ

Job description

Job responsibilities
Role Profile & ResponsibilitiesProvide ongoingaftercare support and interventions that helpsustain the goals andprogress of those exiting in-depthpsychosocial interventions (via Active Treatment)Main Duties:CaseworkEngage in joint reviewsand proactive liaisonto ensure a smoothhandover into Aftercare fromother GDAS treatment strands or Tier 4 services.Via 1:1 or group setting, providethe following for an extensiveAftercare cohort:Createand co-ordinate dynamic, holistic Recovery Plans, encouraging engagement with aftercare servicesfor a minimum of seven months post ActiveTreatmentPost detox and/or aftercareservices for drug and alcohol service usersDeliver Life Skills, BreakingFree, CRA, ITEP,TCU and otherAftercare focussedinterventions and programmesConduct Treatment Outcome Profiles (TOPS)Attendmedical assessments and reviews with the GDAS medical team (where necessary), and provide specificresponses to formerusers,

Address
ing issuessuch as changes in tolerance, kindling etc.Link with community services(i.e. for Education, Employment and Training) and the GDAS Wellbeing College, to co-ordinate a holisticaftercare packageComprehensive exit planningSignposting and onwards referralProvide structured aftercare group work programmes and sessions.Deliver courseson the Wellbeing College that enhance the provision of Aftercare services.Review risk assessment and ensure risk management plansremain up to date and dynamic.Inspire and enthuse individuals to achieve and maintainpositive lifestyles changes.Support GDAS Volunteers to deliver groupssuch as peer support, SMART and otherinternal mutual aid groups.Promote and encourage engagement with Mutual AidProvide assertive outreach to those who have dropped out of Aftercaretreatment, and ensureseamless handover to Treatment teams where necessary.Harm Reduction ProvisionDeliver harm reduction servicesand advice, including provision of PrenoxadTraining, Needle Exchange Programme (NEX) and Dry Blood Spot Testing(DBST).Provide duty coverCompliance and Information ManagementEnsure compliance with internal case management systemsand client records.Undertake appropriate monitoring, review and evaluation procedures.Adhere to host organisation and GDAS policiesand procedures includingsafeguarding and boundaries.Undertake appropriate administrative tasks.Networking and Awareness RaisingFoster and sustain good working relationships with stakeholders, includinglocal partners within thelocal authorities and the health board.Represent host organisation or GDAS in appropriate forumsand groups.Deliver talks,workshops, presentations and provide trainingwhere appropriate.

Job description

Person Specification

Experience
Essential

Experience
of giving advice and support concerning housing, benefits, education and employmentKnowledge of the harmful effects associated with drug and alcohol use, in relation to health, social welfare, housing, employability, and relationshipsKnowledge of ACE informed practiceKnowledge of safeguarding procedures.Ability to develop relationships with strategic partners and other external parties/ organisationsRecord Keeping and report writingFamiliarity with Microsoft 365Desirable

Experience
of working within the field of substance misuseDemonstrable

Experience
of providing manualised interventionsTrained in: Relapse Prevention, Breaking FreeKnoweledge of ITEP, TCUKnowledge of sexual health, mental health awareness, and harm reduction initiatives.

Experience
d Palbase user

Qualifications
EssentialExpected to meet basic skills in numeracy and literacyDesirableCompleted accredited training in structured psychosocialinterventions.NVQ Level 3 or above in a health and social care qualification or equivalentCounselling

Qualifications
Intrapersonal and Interpersonal SkillsEssentialEmpathicCrediblePositive AttitudeUnconditional positive regardAbility to work in partnership with those who use our servicesAbility to work autonomously and as part of a teamAbility to strengthen self-efficacy in othersSupports a Recovery and Harm Reduction ethosEffective communication skillsPersonal drive and resilienceQuality & Compliance FocusInitiative and creativityOrganised & structured approach to workAbility to manage time effectivelyCommitment to uphold the GDASvalues

Person Specification

Experience
Essential

Experience
d Palbase user

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.Employer

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