Specialist Alcohol Recovery Coordinator

Join Us at Change Grow Live as a Specialist Alcohol Worker

At Change Grow Live, we believe in the power of people and the transformative potential of compassionate support. Our commitment is to provide a safe and respectful space where each individual is met with empathy, tailored guidance, and the opportunity to thrive. We live by our core values—being open, compassionate, and bold—and we seek to empower those we work with to embrace growth and reach their full potential. 

Are you ready to make a real difference?

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a dedicated Specialist Alcohol Worker to join our Camden service. In this role, you’ll bring your skills, passion, and experience to help people navigate their journey toward recovery, ensuring they receive the support and care they need to transform their lives.

Our Camden team is a dynamic and inclusive community, where collaboration and diversity are key. Every team member—from management to our dedicated peer mentors—plays a part in fostering hope and driving positive change. We believe everyone deserves a chance to overcome addiction and build a brighter future.

We believe that every person deserves the opportunity to overcome addiction and build a brighter future.

Where: Camden

Salary: £27,449.53 - £31,529.41 Based on Full Time, Pro Rata for part time (dependent on experience)

Allowances: £4,072.06 Inner London Weighting, Pro Rata for part time

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 per week

‘If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)’

About the Role:

As a Specialist Alcohol Worker, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting individuals through their recovery journey. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Providing Tailored Support: From their first steps with us, you’ll guide individuals through personalised treatment and recovery plans.
• Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct in-depth screenings and assessments, ensuring that each person receives the holistic care they need.
• Delivering Alcohol Programs: Facilitate engaging, effective alcohol support programs that help individuals achieve lasting recovery.
• Harm Reduction: Actively work to reduce the harms associated with alcohol use, benefiting individuals and the wider community.
• Promoting Involvement: Foster engagement from carers and the wider community, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard in shaping the support provided.
• Advocacy and Access: Break down barriers to support, advocating for crucial partnership services.
• Reintegration Support: Help individuals reconnect with their communities, promoting recovery, resilience, and self-determination.
• Community Engagement: Build connections with employers and the wider community to support people on their recovery journey.

About You:

Are you driven to make a lasting impact? Do you have the skills and passion to support those navigating the challenges of alcohol use?

Here’s what makes you a great fit for this role:

• Expertise in Alcohol Support: You have experience supporting individuals with alcohol use, and you’re knowledgeable about alcohol detoxification and the associated withdrawal risks.
• Psychosocial Intervention Skills: You’ve delivered tailored psychosocial interventions, offering compassionate, skilled guidance.
• Crisis Support Experience: You bring expertise in crisis support, case management, group facilitation, and peer-led interventions.
• Substance Misuse Knowledge: You have a background in substance misuse or a related field, equipping you to effectively support those on their recovery journey.

To thrive in this role, you should also have:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to helping others.
• Expertise in conducting comprehensive assessments and creating effective treatment plans.
• The ability to manage change while keeping individuals’ needs at the forefront.

What We Offer:

• Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with service.
• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week and access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Wellness hub.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• A variety of benefits, including discounts on shopping, cinema, and holidays.
• A supportive and friendly team environment.
• Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.
• Participation in our Refer a Friend scheme, offering vouchers for successful recommendations.

Ready to make a meaningful impact?

Apply today!

Join us in Camden and be part of a team that changes lives every day. We’re excited to hear how your skills and experiences align with our aim to empower and support people on their recovery journey.

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.