Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are 'Be open, be compassionate and be bold' and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. An opportunity has arisen within Nottinghamshire Change Grow Live for an Engagement Worker. The role is based at our Worksop site, with the expectation of covering both the Newark and Bassetlaw areas. The successful candidate will have the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. Full Time Salary Range: £25,654.66 - £27,861.26 (depending on experience) based on full time hours, pro rata for part time Location: Worksop, Bassetlaw and Newark Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st of March 2027 *Please note: 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 Responsibilities The successful candidate will adopt a positive, holistic and empowering approach to support adults entering and progressing through recovery-focused substance misuse services. The aim is to enhance opportunities for service users and support sustainable, positive treatment outcomes. The role involves delivering a range of interventions, including front-of-house engagement, needle exchange, assessments, risk assessments and management plans. It may also include group work, drop-ins, and outreach, all aimed at building recovery capital and promoting long-term recovery and social reintegration. Flexibility is essential, as the post requires working across various sites and adjusting hours to meet service needs. Applicants should have relevant experience in health and social care, sound knowledge of substance use, and strong skills in communication, engagement, assessment, recovery planning and risk management. The ability to work well under pressure is crucial for delivering high-quality service. We care about your wellbeing, offering a paid 'Wellness Hour' each week, a dedicated Wellness Hub, and access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme whenever you need it. You'll benefit from a contributory pension scheme, free eye test vouchers, and access to a wide range of staff discounts, from shopping and cinema trips to holidays and more. We also offer a generous Refer-a-Friend scheme. Most importantly, you'll be joining a friendly, compassionate team where your development is encouraged, and your career can grow through our ongoing training and progression opportunities. At CGL, you're not just doing a job - you're making a difference, and we're here to support you every step of the way. If this sounds like you and you'd like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we'd love to talk to you 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. 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) Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 20 to 23 (£25,654.66 - £27,861.26) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area If you have any questions or concerns on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Katie Tuska | katie.tuska@cgl.org.uk | 07976467187 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.