Your newpany
A leading support and recovery service provider is seeking an experienced Recovery Worker to join their team on a temporary basis. This organisation delivers high-quality support services to individuals facing substance misuse andplex social challenges, helping service users achieve positive and sustainable oues within themunity.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference while working within a supportive and rewarding environment.
Your new role
As a Recovery Worker, you will manage a caseload of service users, providing tailored support and intervention plans to assist individuals on their recovery journey. You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to ensure service users receive the appropriate care and support.Key responsibilities will include:
1. Managing and supporting a caseload of clients with varying support needs
2. Delivering one-to-one support and structured interventions
3. Promoting harm reduction, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives
4. Liaising with healthcare professionals, housing providers, and partner organisations
5. Maintaining accurate and confidential case records
6. Encouraging service users to engage positively with treatment and recovery services
7. Supporting individuals towards improved independence and social inclusion
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
8. Previous experience working within substance misuse, mental health, homelessness, or recovery services
9. Strong understanding of safeguarding and risk management
10. Experience managing caseloads and supporting vulnerable individuals
11. Excellentmunication and interpersonal skills
12. The ability to build strong professional relationships with service users and stakeholders
13. Strong organisational and time-management skills
14. Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
15. Flexibility and adaptability within a fast-paced environment
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
16. The opportunity to work within a rewarding and meaningful role
17. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
18. Flexible temporary working opportunities
19. Valuable experience within a respected support service environment
20. The chance to make a genuine impact on people’s lives and recovery journeys