Aftercare Recovery Worker

Change Grow Live; Greater London; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Hour

Wellness Hub

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Refer a Friend scheme

Job summary

Change Grow Live (CGL) in London is looking for an Aftercare Recovery Worker to join the Bi Borough Team. The role is full-time and fixed term up to June 2028, offering 37.5 hours per week and a supportive, values-led environment.

You will work across Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster, facilitating post-treatment groups, connecting service users with activities, and coordinating with partner agencies to sustain recovery.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of inpatient detox and residential services.
• Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams and with partner agencies.
• Experience with people at all stages of their treatment journey; importance of group work and aftercare.

Responsibilities

• Support service users to connect with activities and sustain recovery.
• Facilitate post-treatment groups across the Bi Borough in community settings.
• Provide information on options within the service and in the community.
• Collaborate with the Partnership Lead to engage partner agencies for post-treatment support.
• Build relationships with aftercare providers to ensure recovery support availability.
• Work with the Service User Inclusion Worker to reflect voices of service users.
• Coordinate with Recovery Coordinators, Peer Mentors/Volunteers for Recovery Check-Ins.

Skills

Inpatient detox knowledge

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Treatment journey experience

Written and verbal communication

Job description

Overview

At Change Grow Live, we're driven by the belief that we can truly impact the lives of our service users. We offer a safe, supportive environment, honoring each individual and working collaboratively to identify the best treatment and care options. Our core values - 'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold' - guide us daily as we help people reshape their lives, grow as individuals, and embrace life to the fullest.

Are you experienced, skilled, and passionate about making a meaningful difference? We're seeking a dedicated Aftercare Recovery Worker to join our Bi Borough Team.

Aftercare Recovery Worker

Where

The Bi Borough Alcohol Service across sites located in Kensington and chelsea and Westminster

Hours

Full-time (37.5 per week)

Contract Type

Fixed Term up to end of June 2028

Responsibilities

About the Role:

• Support the service user to connect with activities, support to sustain recovery and reach their goals set out in their aftercare plan e.g. training, employment support.
• Facilitate post-treatment groups across the Bi Borough in community settings, outside of CGL hubs, to support individuals in progressing their recovery journey independently of services.
• Provide service users with information on options available them within the service and in their communities.
• Collaborate with the Partnership Lead to engage partner agencies that service users can access for support following treatment.
• Build positive relationships with aftercare providers to ensure recovery support is available to support post-Rehab early abstinence i.e., Build on Belief (BOB), Fellowship Groups, Aspire2be, SMART
• Work collaboratively with the Service User Inclusion Worker to understand post treatment needs, ensuring the voices and preferences of service users are heard and reflected.
• Working with Recovery Coordinators, Peer Mentors/Volunteers to provide Recovery Check-Ins

What we are looking for

• Excellent knowledge of inpatient detox and residential services
• Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams and with fostering positive relationships with partner agencies and external providers
• Experience of working with people at all stages of their treatment journey and an in‑depth knowledge of the importance that groupwork and aftercare support offers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide effective advocacy when needed

What We Offer

• Enjoy a dedicated weekly Wellness Hour, access to our Wellness Hub, and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental and emotional health.
• We're committed to your development, with extensive training, funded learning, and pathways into senior or specialist roles.
• Benefit from transparent pay, a contributory pension scheme, and additional support through our wellbeing resources.
• Start with 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays(pro rata), increasing to the maximum 30 days over five years of service.
• Join a supportive, values‑led team where you'll feel encouraged and valued from your very first day.
• Where possible, we're open to discussing working patterns that help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Enjoy discounts on shopping, cinema trips, holidays and more, along with our Refer a Friend scheme.

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.

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.

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)

CGL points 23 to 28 (£28,557.79 - £32,802.41)

ILW / OLW /Fringe

Inner London Weighting (£4,236.47)

Closing Date

15/9/2026

If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

andrulla garcia | [e-mail] | 07557205711

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.