Outreach Navigator
- Full time
- £30,000
- On site: Esk Medical Centre, Ladywell Way, Musselburgh, East Lothian
- Closing 16th June 2026
- Advertised from 2nd June 2026
- 35 hours per week. 2 roles available.
Role
At Substances Support Scotland (SSS), we believe that change starts with one conversation.
We provide compassionate, trauma-informed support to individuals, families and communities affected by alcohol and substance use. Every day, our teams work alongside people facing some of life's most difficult challenges, helping them build stability, improve wellbeing and create positive change.
As we continue to expand our services across Scotland, we are looking for passionate, motivated and people-focused individuals to join our team.
This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives.
About the Role
As an Outreach Navigator, you will play a vital role in helping individuals access support, overcome barriers and move towards improved health and wellbeing.
You will work directly within communities, engaging with individuals affected by alcohol and substance use, mental health challenges, social isolation, homelessness and other complex life circumstances.
This is a varied and rewarding role that combines practical support, advocacy, relationship building and community engagement. No two days are the same.
The successful candidate will be confident engaging with people from all backgrounds, building trusting relationships and supporting individuals to identify and achieve their goals.
Application notes
To apply, please send CV and covering letter advising why you are right for this role to marie.crombie@ss-scot.org.
Closing date - 12pm on Tuesday 16th June.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 17th June & Monday 22nd June at Substances Support Scotland HQ in Kirkcaldy.
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Recovery Scotland is a small but mighty charity covering the Forth Valley and North Lanarkshire Regions of Scotland supporting communities affected by substance use, gambling and related mental health problems.
Having come through a challenging period in the last eighteen months, we are seeking a Chief Executive Officer to build on our successful heritage, and to set and lead the strategy of our next phase of growth and development.
At Recovery Scotland, we believe that recovery from drug, alcohol and gambling related issues is possible for all, and that with the right support, everyone can reach their full potential. We provide trauma informed, solution focussed and person-centred support. We offer a range of activities and services including our local peer-led recovery communities, physical and mental health wellbeing initiatives, education and employability programmes and more.
We are proud that 90 per cent of our staff and recovery volunteers come from a lived experience background. That is, they know what it was like to live with addiction. Applications are encouraged from those with lived experience, but it is not essential.
At Recovery Scotland we have a vision to make recovery a reality for all people affected by drug, alcohol and gambling related issues and associated mental health problems. Where stigma is no longer an issue and everyone is supported to reach their full potential.
We directly support and provide:
- Recovery Support
- Mental Health Support
- Education & Employability Support
- Justice and Psychological Services
- Assertive Recovery Outreach Services
As CEO, you will secure funding for the development and direction of services. You will develop and maintain strong networks within both funding sources and the wider sector. Maintaining meaningful connections with community members will be vital to ensuring the charity remains responsive and relevant to those it serves.
Reporting to the Board of Trustees through regular Board Meetings and fulfilling the role of Secretary of the Board, the CEO will provide strategic leadership and operational management for the charity, working closely with the Board to deliver our mission and ensure Recovery Scotland's sustainability and growth. You will lead a team of around 30 staff and volunteers, managing an annual budget of approximately £800k. Working with Accountants and Bookkeeper to prepare Monthly Management Accounts and providing annual Statutory Accounts and budget Forecasts.
As the visible leader of the organisation, you will inspire and motivate the team through your presence and engagement. You will be responsible for building strong team relationships, providing hands-on support when required, and will demonstrate the charity's values in everything you do. By leading from the front and showing the commitment and passion that drives Recovery Scotland forward, you will create a culture where everyone is motivated to deliver their best work.
Key Objectives of the CEO role:
- Provide strategic vision and leadership further developing and embedding the organisations strategy.
- Ensure that Recovery Scotland aligns with the Scottish Government’s strategic Plan ‘Preventing Harm, Promoting Recovery’ to reduce substance related harms including reducing deaths.
- Demonstrate financial acumen, budgetary management control, forecasting and fiscal control/balancing.
- Actively support Recovery Scotland in its drive to be an inclusive and safe environment that enables its attendees and staff to thrive and succeed.
- Provide Senior Leadership in identifying and maintaining funding and an interface at appropriate levels with our key Stakeholders and ADP’s.
- Ensure that the charitable purposes of the organisation are followed, that we adhere to the requirements and regulations of the Scottish Charity Regulator, and that Recovery Scotland delivers the benefit that our service users and key stakeholders require and deserve.
- Take overall responsibility for Recovery Scotland management, administration and fiscal responsibilities within the governance and accountability frameworks established by the Board of Trustees.
- Building and nurturing relationships with key funders, partners, and supporters will be essential to the role, securing funding and driving the organisation forward, ensuring it is sustainable and able to grow.
Working Conditions
Recovery Scotland is an equal opportunities employer.
Based in our Falkirk office, the post is 35 hours a week, normally 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. The post holder will be expected to make regular visits to our North Lanarkshire location and visits to our outreach café’s and activities. There is potential for occasional home working.
33 Days Annual Leave + 6 Days Public Holidays.
Dedicated Addiction Worker
- Full time
- £30,000
- On site: 24 Hill Street, Kirkcaldy.
- Closing 16th June 2026
At Substances Support Scotland (SSS), we believe that change starts with one conversation.
Through our ASSIST service, we provide compassionate, trauma-informed support to individuals affected by alcohol and substance use who are experiencing complex challenges in their lives. We recognise that many people face multiple barriers to recovery, including homelessness, housing instability, poor mental health, social isolation, financial hardship and limited access to support.
The Hospital Navigator role is a vital part of helping people overcome these barriers. By providing practical support, advocacy and care coordination, Hospital Navigators help individuals move from crisis towards stability, improved wellbeing and meaningful change.
This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives every day.
About the Role
The Dedicated Addication Worker forms part of the ASSIST Service and provides intensive support to individuals affected by alcohol and substance use who are experiencing multiple and complex challenges.
The role focuses on recovery planning, psychosocial support, harm reduction, motivation, resilience and community reintegration.
Working across community the Dedicated Addication Worker will support individuals to overcome barriers, access essential services and improve stability within their lives.
You will work collaboratively with statutory and third-sector partners to ensure individuals receive coordinated support and, where ongoing recovery-focused intervention is required, facilitate onward referral to other organisations.
Hospital Navigator
- Full time
- £28,061
- On site: Victoria Hospital A&E, Kirkcaldy
- Closing 16th June 2026
At Substances Support Scotland (SSS), we believe that change starts with one conversation.
Through our ASSIST service, we provide compassionate, trauma-informed support to individuals affected by alcohol and substance use who are experiencing complex challenges in their lives. We recognise that many people face multiple barriers to recovery, including homelessness, housing instability, poor mental health, social isolation, financial hardship and limited access to support.
The Hospital Navigator role is a vital part of helping people overcome these barriers. By providing practical support, advocacy and care coordination, Hospital Navigators help individuals move from crisis towards stability, improved wellbeing and meaningful change.
This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives every day.
About the Role
The Hospital Navigator forms part of the ASSIST Service and provides intensive short-term support to individuals affected by alcohol and substance use who are experiencing multiple and complex challenges.
The role focuses on engagement, stabilisation, housing and homelessness prevention, advocacy, practical support and community navigation.
Working across community, hospital and partner settings, the Hospital Navigator will support individuals to overcome barriers, access essential services and improve stability within their lives.
The Hospital Navigator will work collaboratively with statutory and third-sector partners to ensure individuals receive coordinated support and, where ongoing recovery-focused intervention is required, facilitate onward referral into Dedicated Addiction Worker support through the ASSIST pathway.
Join a team that’s helping people rebuild their lives.
At Moving On Inverclyde, we believe recovery is about more than stopping substance use. It’s about helping people reconnect with themselves, rebuild confidence, strengthen relationships and move towards a life that feels meaningful and stable.
We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and proactive Recovery Worker to join our growing team and support individuals through our structured 4-phase recovery programme.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a respected recovery organisation that delivers person-centred, trauma-informed support across Inverclyde. You’ll work alongside a passionate team who genuinely care about the people we support and the difference we make within our communities.
About the Role
As a Recovery Worker, you will support individuals from initial assessment right through to aftercare and ongoing recovery support.
You’ll hold a caseload and work closely with individuals to develop personalised recovery action plans, review progress, identify barriers, celebrate achievements and connect people into wider support where needed.
A key part of this role is the ability to confidently plan and deliver structured group work sessions. We are looking for someone who can engage individuals within group settings, encourage participation and create a safe, supportive and recovery-focused environment.
Our programme combines one-to-one support with structured group delivery, helping individuals develop coping strategies, recovery skills, confidence and longer-term stability through evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches.
You’ll build positive relationships with individuals and partner organisations to ensure people receive the wraparound support they need to move forward in recovery.
Essential Requirements
• Experience supporting individuals affected by problematic substance use
• Experience completing assessments, support planning and reviews
• Experience planning and delivering group-based interventions or recovery-focused sessions
• Confidence facilitating groups and engaging participants with varying support needs
• Knowledge of recovery approaches and psychosocial interventions
• Experience maintaining accurate case records and using IT systems
• Understanding of professional boundaries, confidentiality and safeguarding
• Ability to work collaboratively with statutory and third sector partners
Desirable Skills & Experience
• Experience delivering therapeutic or recovery-focused group work
• SVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent qualification in Health & Social Care or related field
• Knowledge of local recovery pathways and services
• Full driving licence
What We Offer
• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunity to be part of a respected and growing recovery organisation
• Ongoing training and professional development
• The chance to genuinely make a difference in people’s lives
• Company pension
Additional Information
This post is subject to PVG membership and satisfactory references.
We welcome applications from individuals with relevant professional and/or lived experience, alongside the skills, values and commitment required for the role.
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