Dual Diagnosis Support Worker

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Dual Diagnosis Recovery Worker to join our community mental health service. This role focuses on supporting adults with co-existing mental health and substance use needs, who may present with complex challenges and require consistent, engagement-focused interventions. You will provide regular, practical and relational support to service users, building meaningful therapeutic relationships and maintaining consistent contact--particularly with those at risk of disengagement. Working alongside the Dual Diagnosis Clinical Lead and wider multidisciplinary teams, you will play a key role in improving service user engagement, ensuring continuity of care, and supporting recovery-focused outcomes. The post offers an opportunity to make a tangible difference by helping individuals navigate services, reduce risks, and achieve more stable and independent lives.,

• Provide regular, practical, and relational support to service users, building engagement and maintaining consistent contact.
• Develop and sustain therapeutic relationships with individuals who may present with complex, high-risk or challenging behaviours.
• Support coordination between mental health and substance-use services, ensuring seamless care and reducing the risk of disengagement or loss to follow-up.
• Deliver structured, recovery-focused interventions including motivational work, relapse prevention, and practical support with daily living.
• Monitor and assess risks proactively, taking early action and escalating concerns in line with Trust policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Assist in assessment, care planning, and the implementation and review of individualised care plans.
• Work collaboratively with the Clinical Lead, care coordinators, and partner agencies to support effective service delivery and improved outcomes.
• Promote joint working practices with drug and alcohol services and other relevant external organisations.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service evaluation, audit, and reporting requirements.
  
  At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.


• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.