Please note: This role is aimed at applicants with little to no previous professional experience or qualifications. Instead, you must have lived experience of substance use and/or the criminal justice system to be considered for this role.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Criminal Justice Peer Support Worker to join Horizons, a vibrant new partnership delivering substance use treatment and recovery services in Bristol. Horizons is delivered in partnership between Turning Point, Bristol Drugs Project, and seven other local and national partners. The partnership combines Turning Point’s experience as an outstanding national substance use provider together with Bristol Drugs Project’s long history of excellent service delivery in the city.The role of a Peer Support Worker will be based in our central Bristol hub and has been developed specifically for people who have lived experience of the criminal justice system and substance use. Through sharing examples of their own experiences, Peer Support Workers will inspire hope and belief in individuals to encourage them to engage with Bristol Horizons drug and alcohol service. As a pivotal and highly valued member of the team, the Peer Support Worker will provide formalised peer support and practical assistance to service users, in order for them to regain control of their lives, and help them to develop their own unique skill set.The Peer Support Worker will work alongside a clinically informed Team with oversight from the dedicated peer lead. The Peer Support Worker will promote recovery (in all its forms) choice, self-determination and opportunities for the fulfilment of socially valued roles and connection to local communities.Please note that this is a part time position for 2 days a week.