ADA is an award-winning charity, delivering specialist services to reduce harms and promote recovery of individuals and families affected by alcohol and drugs use in the Northeast of Scotland.

We are excited to be able to offer new Substance Use Worker roles based in our Aberdeen City Recovery Service due to a new long-term contract award and further funding announced for new innovative Project work.

We are looking for candidates that have a background in Community Learning, Nursing, Social Work, Counselling, or other related field/s. To be successful you must be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the needs of those affected by alcohol or drug use. Ideally, you will have experience of working with substance users and knowledge of effective interventions.

​PVG membership is essential for this post.

To view the job description and apply, please visit the link below:

View Job Description and Apply

Please note that only applicants who apply directly at the above link and complete an application form will be considered for the role.

​​​​If you’re passionate about reducing harm and maximising opportunities for change then we need you

If you have any queries or questions please contact recruitment@alcoholanddrugsaction.org.uk.

Closing date: Wednesday 18th November 2026.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leaveFlexitime
• Gym membership
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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