CAVDAS brings together established, experienced, well-respected providers of drug and alcohol support services, so it’s easier for people to find and get the help they need.

Each organisation brings its own set of specialisms to the Alliance, and we also have a very strong peer support team. This means every individual can have the right help to get where they want to be at every step, and it means we can easily further develop services as required.
The Alliance is made up of Kaleidoscope, Recovery Cymru, Barod and, uniquely, the commissioning body Cardiff and Vale Substance Misuse Area Planning Board and has a strategic partnership with G4S.

The Alliance Manager is a key appointment - they are, in effect, the Chief Operating Officer for CAVDAS, leading a complex set of operations with multiple interfaces.

We are seeking an inspiring, organised and focused individual who is highly skilled and capable to lead the CAVDAS Alliance in transforming the way that Substance (Mis)use Services are delivered in Cardiff and The Vale of Glamorgan.

The Alliance Manager is responsible for leading and facilitating the Alliance service delivery and management team on behalf of the Alliance Leadership Team. This is a critical role in guaranteeing the CAVDAS Alliance achieves its goals and delivers its intended value.

Ensuring the CAVDAS vision is embedded and understood by partners, stakeholders and Alliance participants is paramount to positive outcomes, and will require strong management and leadership, the nurturing of professional relationships, and fostering of a “people first” culture where staff are inspired to deliver high quality, innovative and compassionate care and support.

Our vision is ambitious and based on collective responsibility and shared decision-making, and as such we are seeking an inclusive, structured, engaging and innovative person to join us on our journey.