Drug and Alcohol Practitioner

Drug and Alcohol Practitioner Location: Chelmsford Salary: £26,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Fixed Term 12 months Closing Date: 15th of October 2026 HMP Chelmsford is a busy local remand prison, and we are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Substance Misuse Practitioner to join our team. The successful candidate will provide client-centred support to prisoners experiencing problematic substance misuse, using both harm reduction and abstinence-based approaches depending on the individual needs of each client. Working as part of an integrated healthcare team, you will play a key role in supporting people to make positive changes, reduce substance-related harm and prepare for a successful transition back into the community. What you ll be doing Managing a caseload of clients with problematic substance misuse. Providing client-centred, evidence-based support using harm reduction and abstinence-based approaches. Completing comprehensive assessments and care plans based on individual needs. Providing appropriate harm reduction advice, information and guidance. Delivering structured 1:1 support sessions focused on substance misuse and low-level mental health. Facilitating group-work sessions covering substance misuse and low-level mental health topics. Providing transitional and throughcare support to help clients prepare for release and resettlement in the community. Working closely with a range of internal and external services to ensure clients receive appropriate support. ..... full job details .....