Drugs and Alcohol Needs Assessment Specialist

The Role Drugs and Alcohol Needs Assessment Specialist Herefordshire Council are seeking an experienced and analytically minded Drugs and Alcohol Needs Assessment Specialist to support a critical piece of public health work for 8 weeks. This work can be undertaken fully remotely. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of drug and alcohol services across the county. You will lead the development of a comprehensive, evidence-based needs assessment that will directly inform recommissioning decisions, service design and improved outcomes for residents.We are looking for a professional who combines strong analytical capability with deep subject matter expertise in substance misuse and public health systems.What will you be doing? Drugs and Alcohol Needs Assessment Specialist You will deliver a robust Drugs and Alcohol Needs Assessment that provides a clear, epidemiological understanding of local need, service performance and future priorities.Working closely with commissioners and partners, you will:Analyse local, regional and national datasets (including treatment and population data) to identify trends, patterns and emerging risksAssess the size, scale and nature of drug and alcohol misuse across Herefordshire, including high-risk and underserved populationsReview current service provision, identifying strengths, gaps and opportunities for improvementExplore key issues such as relapse, continuity of care, and drug and alcohol-related deaths, ..... full job details .....