Community Lead (Redcar)

Recovery Connections; Redcar; Sur place; GBP 31 000 - 35 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Recovery Connections in Redcar & South Tees invites applications for a Community Lead to inspire and develop recovery communities across the area. You will lead a team of Community Coaches, Ambassadors, Volunteers and Trainees to deliver person-centred, lived-experience led initiatives.

The role focuses on strengthening partnerships with local organisations, growing peer-led groups, and expanding recovery activities.

Qualifications

• Understanding of recovery, addiction and barriers to recovery.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and strengths-based practice.
• Understanding Asset Based Community Development principles.
• Knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Understanding safeguarding, risk management and health and safety.
• Understanding of performance monitoring and quality standards.

Responsabilités

• Develop and strengthen recovery communities across Redcar & South Tees.
• Support the creation and sustainability of peer-led groups, clubs, projects and initiatives.
• Promote and increase engagement with mutual aid and recovery support networks.
• Facilitate recovery-focused groups, activities and community events.
• Work alongside people accessing support to identify strengths, aspirations and opportunities.
• Support individuals to access local community assets, education, volunteering and employment opportunities.
• Encourage independence and reduce long-term reliance on services through strengths-based approaches.

Connaissances

Leadership

Community engagement

Communication

Time management

IT skills

Co-production / lived experience

Formation

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Level 3 Leadership/Management

Description du poste

Salary: £31,344.20 – £35,257.96per annum

35 hours per week.

About Recovery Connections

Recovery Connections is a lived experience recovery organisation, passionate about supporting people to build meaningful, fulfilling lives beyond addiction.

Our approach is trauma-informed, strengths-based and recovery-focused. We believe people can and do recover, and that strong, connected communities create the conditions for lasting recovery, wellbeing and social inclusion.

Working alongside our partners at We Are With You, we are committed to creating opportunities for people to discover hope, purpose and belonging through peer support, community participation and meaningful connections.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop recovery communities across Redcar & South Tees.

As Community Lead, you will inspire, support and champion a thriving recovery community, creating opportunities for people to connect, grow, contribute and flourish. You will oversee community-based recovery activity, support the development of peer-led initiatives and work closely with local partners to strengthen recovery across the area.

You will lead a dedicated team of Community Coaches, Ambassadors, Volunteers and Trainees, ensuring our work remains person-centred, inclusive and grounded in lived experience.

Above all, you will be passionate about empowering others, creating opportunities and demonstrating through your leadership that recovery is possible for everyone.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Success in this role means:

• People feel welcomed, valued and connected within our recovery communities.
• Recovery-focused groups, activities and peer-led initiatives continue to grow and thrive.
• Individuals are supported to build confidence, independence and recovery capital.
• Strong partnerships are developed across local communities and services.
• Volunteers, Ambassadors and team members feel supported, developed and empowered.
• Recovery Connections continues to be recognised as a leader in community recovery and lived experience practice.

Key Responsibilities

Community Development & Recovery

• Develop and strengthen recovery communities across Redcar & South Tees.
• Support the creation and sustainability of peer-led groups, clubs, projects and initiatives.
• Promote and increase engagement with mutual aid and recovery support networks.
• Facilitate recovery-focused groups, activities and community events.
• Work alongside people accessing support to identify strengths, aspirations and opportunities.
• Support individuals to access local community assets, education, volunteering and employment opportunities.
• Encourage independence and reduce long-term reliance on services through strengths-based approaches.

Leadership & People Development

• Provide leadership, support, supervision and development to community-based staff and Ambassadors.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and compassionate team culture.
• Support the growth and development of volunteers, trainees and peer mentors.
• Lead by example, demonstrating Recovery Connections values in everyday practice.
• Act as a visible ambassador for recovery and lived experience leadership

Partnership & Influence

• Develop strong relationships with local partners, stakeholders and community organisations.
• Represent Recovery Connections at meetings, forums and community events.
• Promote recovery and challenge stigma through partnership working.
• Contribute to the ongoing success and development of the Redcar & South Tees partnership.

Quality, Governance & Safeguarding

• Ensure services are delivered safely, effectively and in line with organisational policies.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting systems.
• Undertake risk assessments and contribute to safe practice.
• Promote continuous improvement and positive outcomes.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and professional standards at all times.

Our Values

We are looking for someone who:

• Believes wholeheartedly that people can and do recover.
• Demonstrates compassion, authenticity and empathy.
• Values lived experience and co-production.
• Is passionate about inclusion, equality and social justice.
• Leads with integrity and accountability.
• Builds meaningful relationships and partnerships.
• Creates opportunities for others to succeed.

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Knowledge & Understanding

• Understanding of recovery, addiction and the barriers people can experience.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and strengths-based practice.
• Understanding of Asset Based Community Development principles.
• Knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Understanding of safeguarding, risk management and health and safety.
• Understanding of performance monitoring and quality standards.

Skills

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Group facilitation and community engagement experience.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong IT and digital skills.
• Ability to inspire, engage and influence others.
• Compassionate, non-judgemental and person-centred approach.

Experience

• Experience working within recovery, health, social care or community settings.
• Experience of community development and engagement.
• Experience of managing or leading people.
• Experience of partnership and stakeholder working.
• Experience supporting individuals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Experience of co-production or involving people with lived experience in service development.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care or a related field.
• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Leadership and/or Management.

Desirable

• Recovery Coaching qualification.
• Qualification in Community Development, Social Work or Public Health.
• Adult education or training qualification.
• Experience designing and delivering training or presentations.

Why Work for Recovery Connections?

When you join Recovery Connections, you become part of a recovery movement that is changing lives and communities. We offer:

• A values-led and lived experience organisation.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• A supportive and compassionate culture.
• Flexible and innovative ways of working.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference every day.

Additional Information

• This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check
• Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the service