Substance Misuse Recovery Worker in Doncaster inDoncaster PUBLISHED WED 12 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to join the team at HMP Hatfield and HMP Hatfield Lakes.HMP Hatfield & The Lakes is made up of 2 sites, housing around 600 inmates across the 2 sites. HMP Hatfield is a Category D (open) prison, and The Lakes prepares inmates for Category D status.Join the Recovery Team and empower those whom wish to make changes in their behaviour to promote health and well-being through recovery from drugs and alcohol. This is a crucial role within the healthcare team, making a real difference to patients, and delivering outstanding care.Hours:This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Shifts are 8:00 am - 4:00pm.

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:This position is full time , youll receive an annual

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of up to £33,510 dependent on

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.How will we support you?Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training courseCompetency frameworkRegional and national career development opportunitiesOur bespoke Learning Management System to

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your learning needsSupport from the wider teamCandidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

Main duties of the job
As our new Substance Misuse Recovery Worker, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include:Work independently across the 2 sites, predominantly at Hatfield LakesCarry out risk assessments, working closely with prison staff and security to ensure that those with substance issues are assessed carefully prior to external group sessions, home visits etcManage a caseload of patients (around 40) with substance misuse needsDeliver group sessions to patients, usually around 8-10 per groupOffer advice on harm reduction, relapse prevention, SMART training and host / assist with recovery eventsPrepare patients for releaseIf you are interested incareer development,we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and

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, which include bothinternal and external optionsfor development and learning.It doesnt stop therewe also offer:Company pension scheme25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidaysAn extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefitsDiscounts on shopping and leisure activitiesSupport to grow in your role and continue your professional developmentExcellent long-term career prospects24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treatedwe act with integritywe embrace diversitywe strive to do things better togetherWe are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.Our new Substance Misuse Recovery Worker will:Have

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within Substance misuse, ideally a prison / secure environment, and ideally within a Recovery Worker / Practitioner roleHave

Experience
of working within the substance misuse multi-disciplinary framework, which includes housing, social care, health care and mental health pathwaysBe able to work independently and on your own initiative - you will be manging your own diary and timeSecure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

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Date posted
12 November 2025

Pay scheme
Other

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£29,264 to £33,510 a year up to £33,510 dependent on

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Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time

Reference number
13195

Job location
sThorne RdHatfieldDoncasterSouth YorkshireDN7 6EL

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UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Substance Misuse Recovery Worker to join the team at HMP Hatfield and HMP Hatfield Lakes.HMP Hatfield & The Lakes is made up of 2 sites, housing around 600 inmates across the 2 sites. HMP Hatfield is a Category D (open) prison, and The Lakes prepares inmates for Category D status.Join the Recovery Team and empower those whom wish to make changes in their behaviour to promote health and well-being through recovery from drugs and alcohol. This is a crucial role within the healthcare team, making a real difference to patients, and delivering outstanding care.Hours:This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Shifts are 8:00 am - 4:00pm.

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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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