Overview
Criminal Justice Recovery Workers
Do you want to work for a caring organisation that believes in people?
Do you want to end each day knowing you’ve made a real difference?
We have an exciting opportunity to join the brand-new River Liverpool Drug and Alcohol Support Services — a service designed to empower people on their recovery journey and create long-lasting, positive change.
As a Criminal Justice Recovery Worker, you’ll play a key role in supporting individuals involved in the criminal justice system, especially those coming through our prison link pathway, as well as through courts, probation, and police partners. You’ll walk alongside people as they take their next steps forward, offering guidance, motivation, and compassionate support.
We Thrive at Change Grow Live
At Change Grow Live, we Thrive by recruiting for success, recognising and rewarding effort, and creating a working environment that is safe, healthy, agile, and flexible.
Together, as a team, we are learning, developing, growing, and identifying future talent and leadership to help deliver our mission. Everyone at CGL experiences a sense of belonging — where every voice matters, and where we engage and connect across every level of the organisation.
We are committed to:
1. Creating the conditions for success for those who work and volunteer with us
2. Delivering world-class learning and development services to support personal and professional growth
3. Enabling open, inclusive, and transparent cultures where we live and experience our values every day
Where: Liverpool (various hubs)
Full Time Salary:* £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 pro rata dependent on experience
Hours:* Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
*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.
**Successful candidates will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and obtain either HMPPS security clearance, Police Vetting ".
Responsibilities
About the Role
In this rewarding and varied role, you’ll support people from their first contact with our service, through every step of their treatment and recovery journey. You’ll provide tailored, one-to-one keywork, facilitate group programmes, and work closely with partner agencies such as police, courts, prisons, and probation.
Key responsibilities include:
4. Conducting screening, assessment, and recovery planning
5. Supporting individuals involved in the criminal justice system
6. Delivering motivational, evidence-based interventions and harm reduction
7. Promoting carer, community, and peer involvement
8. Advocating for access to relevant support and treatment pathways
9. Liaising with partners to ensure coordinated, effective support
10. Safeguarding adults and children in line with best practice
11. Supporting people to reintegrate socially and lead safe, healthy, and meaningful lives
You may also deliver additional wellbeing-focused interventions such as substance awareness education.
About You
You’ll be someone who is:
12. Passionate about helping others, especially those facing complex challenges
13. Experienced in the field of substance use, health, social care, or the criminal justice system
14. A skilled communicator, with strong verbal, written, and IT skills
15. Organised, proactive, and confident working independently and as part of a team
16. Knowledgeable in safeguarding, confidentiality, and partnership working
17. Committed to inclusion, equity, and promoting recovery in all its forms
18. Open to learning and eager to support the development of others
What We’ll Offer You
We’re committed to supporting our staff as much as we support the people who use our services. You’ll benefit from:
19. 25 days’ annual leave (rising with service) + bank holidays
20. A paid Wellness Hour each week and access to our dedicated Wellness Hub
21. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
22. Contributory pension scheme
23. Exclusive discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays and more
24. A supportive, inclusive team environment
25. Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
Join Us
If you’re ready to be part of a bold, compassionate, and committed team, and you want to help people find hope and build a brighter future, we’d love to hear from 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.
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. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here:
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.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35)
ILW / OLW /Fringe
N/A - Outside London Weighting Area
Closing Date
3/8/2025