Sessional Group Workers

Believe in People?

Our work changes lives.

It could change yours.

We are currently seeking sessional Group Support Workers to assist in delivering SMART group work sessions.

Change Grow Live is a charity committed to supporting individuals with respect in a safe environment. Our core values are 'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold,' and our team applies these values daily to help individuals transform their lives, grow as individuals, and fully embrace life's potential.

We are currently seeking to recruit several sessional Group Support Workers. Whether you have prior experience delivering groups in a substance misuse setting or a similar field, or if you have personal lived experience and have successfully gone through recovery yourself, we welcome your application.

If you've been volunteering within this setting and are eager to gain more experience working in this field, we highly encourage you to apply.

Regardless of your motivation for joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals dealing with substance misuse issues. As part of your role, you'll have the opportunity to facilitate SMART (Self-Management and Recovery Training) groups.

Our Croydon service is a diverse and supportive community, made up of individuals who are passionate about making a difference.From our experienced managers, insightful team leaders, and expert consultant psychiatrists to our nurturing nurses, committed healthcare assistants, empathetic recovery staff, enthusiastic volunteers, efficient administrators, and supportive peer mentors, each individual contributes significantly to our dynamic team.

Salary: £14.98 to £18.95 per hour (inclusive) dependent on experience.

Location: Croydon

Your primary focus will be on delivering SMART groups, you will collaborate with other program facilitators and professionals within the project to deliver groups, utilising evidence-based practices to address the specific needs of our service users.

Role-specific responsibilities include:

• Preparing subject matter and materials for groups.
• Engaging in debriefing and evaluations with co-facilitators after groups/pods.
• Supporting with graduation events for service users who have completed the program.
• Supporting with reviewiing service user feedback and making necessary adjustments.
• While advantageous,  experience of participating or supporting with groups and managing group dynamics, is not essential; your unique experiences and commitment matter most to us. 

About you:

• Effective Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, complemented by proficient IT abilities.
• Proactive and Organised: Being proactive, capable of working independently, and possessing strong time management skills.
• Experience with Groups: Have worked with groups before and know how to manage group dynamics, including conflict or challenging behaviour or experience of volunteering in substance misuse services.

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Experience in substance misuse or a related area.
• Experience leading SMART groups.
• Knowledge of evidence-based methods for group work.
• While having a qualification in group work would be helpful, it's not necessary. We value your experiences and dedication above all else.
• Know and respect professional boundaries when you're delivering a group or working on your own.
• Adapt flexibly to the demands of the position.
• Maintain a calm under pressure.

We Offer  you:

• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Extensive training, career growth, and progression opportunities.

This role offers a genuine opportunity for you to kickstart your career with CGL. You'll be valued and provided with ample opportunities to grow within an organisation that values both those who use our services and those who work within it.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.