Dependency and Recovery Recovery Coordinator

Change Grow Live; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Wellness Hour

Pension scheme

Discounts

Learning & development

Refer-a-Friend

Job summary

Change Grow Live in Birmingham is seeking a Dependency and Recovery Coordinator to support people from entry into services through their recovery journey. You will help ensure timely access to interventions, coordinate care and deliver structured group work within approved premises.

The role requires experience in substance misuse, group work and strong communication skills, with a commitment to recovery-oriented outcomes and working in a potentially custody-related setting on occasion.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of substance misuse and related fields.
• Experience delivering group work and managing group dynamics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and use initiative.
• Knowledge of mental health interventions and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support service users from engagement through recovery.
• Deliver screening, assessment, recovery planning and referrals.
• Reduce drug- and alcohol-related harm for individuals and communities.
• Promote involvement of service users, carers and communities.
• Provide advocacy and access to partnership services.

Skills

Substance misuse knowledge

Group work delivery

Effective communication

Prioritisation & initiative

IT literacy

Job description

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 Birmingham team and supporting to deliver groups within the approved premises.

Where you will work

• Main base: Perry Barr Probation, Birmingham

Hours and contract type

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

• Contract type: Fixed Term contract end on 01/07/2027

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.

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:

• Supporting service users from initial engagement through treatment and recovery

• Delivering screening, assessment, recovery planning and onward referrals

• Reducing drug- and alcohol-related harm for individuals and communities

• Promoting service user, carer and community involvement

• Providing advocacy and enabling access to partnership services

• Supporting social (re)integration, resilience, peer support and self-determination

• Designing, preparing and delivering structured group work and pods

• Facilitating groups for people at different stages of recovery

• Participating in reflective debriefs and evaluations with co-facilitators

• Tailoring workshops to meet identified needs, including areas such as anger management, sleep, and relationships

• Working within a custody setting on an adhoc basis

This role requires flexibility, collaboration and a strong commitment to recovery-oriented outcomes.

About you

You will bring experience, curiosity and a values-led approach to your practice. You will also demonstrate:

• A strong understanding of substance misuse and experience working in a related field

• Experience delivering group work and managing group dynamics, including challenging behaviour

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with good IT capability

• The ability to work proactively, manage competing priorities and use your initiative

• Knowledge of mental health interventions, services and best practice

• Strong partnership-working skills with internal and external stakeholders

• Confidence in managing change while keeping service user needs at the centre

• A clear understanding of information governance and safeguarding responsibilities

• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development

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:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after five years’ service

• A paid weekly Wellness Hour, alongside access to our Wellness Hub and Employee Assistance Programme

• A contributory pension scheme

• A wide range of discounts including shopping, cinema and holidays

• A supportive, inclusive and values-driven team culture

• Ongoing learning, development and progression opportunities

• A generous Refer-a-Friend scheme

Together, we foster open, inclusive environments where people feel valued, supported and able to grow.

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.

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and MOJ vetting.

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)

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

ILW / OLW /Fringe

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

Closing Date

5/11/2026