Overview
Believe in People?
The best people have one thing in common.
They care.
At Change Grow Live, our commitment to making a difference in the lives of those who use our services is unwavering. We provide support, respect, and a safe environment, where we tailor our approach to each individual's needs to find the best treatment and support options.
Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold, our team embodies these principles daily, striving to empower individuals to reshape their lives, foster personal growth, and embrace life to its fullest.
We are now seeking a Dependency and Recovery Coordinator to join our Wolverhampton and Walsall team and working within the West Midlands prisons (Oakwood, Brinsford and Feathertone) on an adhoc basis.
About the role
This is a varied and rewarding role for a skilled practitioner who is confident working with complexity and committed to person-centred, trauma-informed practice.
You will play a pivotal role in supporting people from point of entry into the service and throughout their recovery journey, ensuring timely access to appropriate interventions and coordinated care.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Supporting service users from initial engagement through treatment and recovery
2. Delivering screening, assessment, recovery planning and onward referrals
3. Reducing drug- and alcohol-related harm for individuals and communities
4. Promoting service user, carer and community involvement
5. Providing advocacy and enabling access to partnership services
6. Supporting social (re)integration, resilience, peer support and self-determination
7. Designing, preparing and delivering structured group work and pods
8. Facilitating groups for people at different stages of recovery
9. Participating in reflective debriefs and evaluations with co-facilitators
10. Tailoring workshops to meet identified needs, including areas such as anger management, sleep, and relationships
11. Working within a custody setting on an adhoc basis
This role requires flexibility, collaboration and a strong commitment to recovery-oriented outcomes.
Responsibilities
About you
You will bring experience, curiosity and a values-led approach to your practice. You will also demonstrate:
12. A strong understanding of substance misuse and experience working in a related field
13. Experience delivering group work and managing group dynamics, including challenging behaviour
14. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with good IT capability
15. The ability to work proactively, manage competing priorities and use your initiative
16. Knowledge of mental health interventions, services and best practice
17. Strong partnership-working skills with internal and external stakeholders
18. Confidence in managing change while keeping service user needs at the centre
19. A clear understanding of information governance and safeguarding responsibilities
20. A commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Where you will work
21. Location: Wolverhampton and Walsall
22. Main base: Wolverhampton
Hours, salary and contract
23. Hours: 37.5 hours per week
24. Contract: Fixed Term contract end on 31/3/2027
25. Salary: £27,861.26 – £32,002.35 per annum (pro rata for part-time roles)
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.
What we offer
At Change Grow Live, we Thrive by creating the conditions for people to do their best work and feel a true sense of belonging.
You can expect:
26. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after five years’ service
27. A paid weekly Wellness Hour, alongside access to our Wellness Hub and Employee Assistance Programme
28. A contributory pension scheme
29. A wide range of discounts including shopping, cinema and holidays
30. A supportive, inclusive and values-driven team culture
31. Ongoing learning, development and progression opportunities
32. A generous Refer-a-Friend scheme
Together, we foster open, inclusive environments where people feel valued, supported and able to grow.
Additional information
33. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
34. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and MOJ vetting.
35. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Early application is encouraged.
When completing your application and supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements outlined in the job description.
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
5/4/2026