Social worker

Social Worker Addiction Service – Renfrewshire Council Location: Renfrewshire, Scotland

Pay Rate: Up to £40 per hour
Contract: Agency Contract – Minimum 12 Weeks
Working Pattern: Full-Time, 5 Days per Week (Office-Based and Community Visits)
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Addiction Social Worker to join Renfrewshire Council on an agency basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dedicated addictions service, supporting adults with complex needs through assessment, intervention, and ongoing care planning.
Key Responsibilities

• Undertake addiction assessments and reviews.
• Complete Section 4 Care and Treatment assessments.
• Manage and support a caseload of current clients.
• Work with individuals experiencing addiction and associated mental health issues, including anxiety disorders.
• Conduct home visits and community-based interventions.
• Develop and review care plans to support positive outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker.
• Registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
• Minimum of 1 year's post-qualified social work experience.
• Previous experience within addiction services is highly desirable.
• Ability to undertake home visits and community-based work.
• Strong assessment and care planning skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of up to £40 per hour.
• Minimum 12-week contract with potential for extension.
• Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a well-established local authority service.

Apply Today For more information or to apply, please contact:
Delanie Heyes
☎ 01772 208964
✉ delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk