Advanced Recovery Practitioner - Residential Detox and Rehab Lead

Turning Point is looking for an Advanced Recovery Practitioner to lead on residential detox and rehab placements for its City and Hackney service. You would report to the Deputy Operations Manager and help people access the right residential treatment.

This is a permanent, full-time role at 37 hours a week.

What you would be doing:

• Assessing people against set criteria and matching them to suitable residential treatment centres
• Building knowledge of different treatment approaches, such as 12-step and CBT
• Preparing aftercare and contingency plans for people going into treatment
• Coordinating the panels that review Tier 4 applications, including input from partners
• Writing progress reports and helping collect admission, discharge and financial data
• Using motivational interviewing and trauma-informed approaches
• Mentoring colleagues on Tier 4 preparation and placements

What they are looking for:

• A proven track record in this area of work
• Strong knowledge of relevant theory and practice
• Experience mentoring and supporting team members
• Experience working towards individual and team objectives

Training covers group work, motivational interviewing, psychologically informed environments and national Tier 4 guidance.

The starting salary is £34,284, rising each year to £39,142, including inner London weighting of £3,633. Holiday is 25 days plus bank holidays, rising to 27 with service, with the option to buy more, plus access to Turning Point's wider benefits package.

The closing date is 22 November 2026, and the advert may close early if the post is filled.

Apply directly on Turning Point's website using the button on this page.