Steve started as a volunteer in young people's counselling services. After qualifying in social work he worked in and managed residential and community drug and alcohol services in the NHS and the voluntary sector for 15 years. This included a few years at Phoenix House which remains a favourite part of his CV.
After postgraduate study in the psychosocial aspects of public sector management, Steve spent 20 years in the NHS and local authorities. He retired in 2024 and is a Board member of Making every adult matter (MEAM).