Senior Worker/ Practitioner

Are you ready to make a profound impact on lives affected by substance misuse?

If so, we're on the lookout for an experienced Senior Recovery Cordinator to join our Dependency & Recovery Service in Kent.

This role offers a genuine opportunity to engage in transformative one-to-one therapeutic work with individuals.

Join Change Grow Live in our commitment to empowering individuals to overcome challenges and lead fulfilling lives. As a charity dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of those using our services, we provide a supportive and respectful environment where each person is valued as an individual.

Our core values - 'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold' - guide us in our daily work to help people transform their lives, grow personally, and embrace life to its fullest potential.

                                                    Step into the Heart of Kent

Here’s a chance to do more than fill a position; it's an opportunity to significantly alter lives. As a Dependency & Recovery Coordinator, working in the Kent Prisons HMP Elmley, HMP Rochester & HMP Cookham Wood assessing individuals and delivering psychosocial interventions to those in custody prior to relaease.

                                          Join Us for a Transformational Journey.

This role is more than just a job; it's about changing lives and creating a lasting, positive impact in our communities. Are you ready to be the driving force behind positive change and build bridges to access treatment?

Where: Maidstone

Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week

Full Time Salary: £32,002.35 - £34,214.20 dependent on experience, pro rata for part time hours

Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

• Create Transformative Relationships

Engage in empathetic one-on-one sessions employing a variety of approaches. Your method will encourage positive change and prioritise safety through personalised sessions.

• Effective Planning and Support

Thoughtfully develop tailored action plans for individuals on probation, adjusting the intensity as per their needs. Ensure accurate updates in the National Probation Service Customer Approved System for seamless monitoring.

• Empowerment Through Connection

Gather comprehensive feedback, closely collaborate with Probation Practitioners, and address absences promptly. Perform risk assessments and manage potential risks by connecting individuals to community support agencies.

• Innovate for Lasting Impact

Embrace creativity and adaptability, especially in supporting underrepresented communities. Respect confidentiality while nurturing trustworthy therapeutic relationships.

What You Bring:

• 2 years of experience in criminal justice, substance misuse, or social care settings.
• A passion for conducting therapeutic psychosocial interventions.
• Commitment to multi-agency collaboration and partnership building.
• In-depth knowledge of challenges faced by offenders.
• Proficiency in leading and managing groups or pods.

In Return, You Receive:

• Generous annual leave and bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme and weekly wellbeing hour.
• Exciting discounts on retailers, cycle to work scheme, and more.
• An Employee Assistance Programme available round the clock.
• Mentoring and apprenticeship opportunities.
• A rewarding refer-a-friend scheme.

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. 

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.