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Engagement Worker

Change Grow Live

Brough

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 27,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

Change Grow Live is seeking a compassionate Engagement Worker for their HMP Humber site. The role involves supporting individuals through welfare reviews, detox management, and collaborative recovery planning. Competitive salary and benefits include ongoing professional development and a wellness program.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Dedicated wellness hour each week
Contributory pension scheme
Discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more
Participation in refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

  • Experience in drug or alcohol treatment services or similar background is essential.
  • Ability to respond appropriately to requests while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Access to own transport and a confident communicator.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct welfare reviews for clients requiring immediate support.
  • Complete initial assessments and open care plans with SMART goals.
  • Manage detox gym waiting lists and check MDT outcomes weekly.

Skills

Knowledge of general office procedures
Experience of drug or alcohol treatment services
Ability to manage challenging behaviour
Effective communication skills

Job description

Believe in people?

So do we.



Are you a compassionate and forward-thinking individual seeking an opportunity to make a real difference? At Change Grow Live, we're not just another drug and alcohol service, we're a vibrant community dedicated to fostering a culture of support and inclusivity for individuals using our service.

Change Grow Live is deeply committed to positively impacting the lives of those using our services. Guided by our core values of being open, compassionate and bold and our team members apply these daily to achieve our objective of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals and live life to its full potential.

We're seeking a Engagement Worker to join our compassionate and diverse team in HMP Humber- a group of professionals committed to supporting individuals with compassion.



Location HMP Humber

Hours Full-time (37.5 per week)

Full Time Salary £25,077.00 - £26,502.53 dependent on experience (pro rata)

Contract Permanent

  • 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.


About Us

Our HMP Humber service provides vital assistance to individuals within a prison setting, guiding them in their recovery through carefully structured programs, supportive harm reduction groups and regular recovery check-ins. Additionally, we collaborate closely with our service users to assist them with their prison release planning, aiming to encourage and facilitate a smooth transition back into society.

Some aspects of the role

As an Engagement Worker, you will play an essential role within HMP Humber. As part of your role you can be expected to-

  • Conduct welfare reviews for clients who are requesting immediate support
  • Completing urine screens for men that require, as identified by allocated case coordinator.
  • Complete initial assessments for self-referrals identifying those who are suitable for service and closing those who need no on-going support. Opening care plans with SMART goals that will be continued by recovery coordinators.
  • Open line of communication with departments in the establishment such as chaplaincy or families and keeping clients and the team up to date with changes or events.
  • Manage detox gym waiting lists and communicate this with gym staff on a weekly basis
  • Identify from point of initial assessment the brief intervention clients and complete the PSI if this is 3x sessions or less. Inclusive but not exhaustive of topics substance awareness, harm reduction and relapse prevention.
  • Visit all men identified under the influence within daily brief the day prior to offer harm reduction session and continued support as necessary
  • Check MDT outcomes on a weekly basis to identify any failed urine screens. Task recovery coordinators with outcome for information purposes and visit all to offer support in relation to this


Now, let's talk about you. Here's what we're looking for

  • Knowledge of general office procedures
  • Experience of drug of alcohol treatment services or other similar background
  • The ability to respond to appropriate requests for assistance, maintaining confidentiality whenever necessary
  • Ability to work with and manage challenging behaviour
  • Access to own transport
  • Communicate confidently and effectively, verbally and in writing
  • Clinical services provision understanding (desirable but not essential)


In return, you'll receive

  • 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays, pro rata), increasing incrementally each year for the first five years.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
  • A dedicated "Wellness" hour every week, alongside access to our Wellness hub and Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Contributory pension scheme.
  • Various perks, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.
  • Participation in our refer-a-friend scheme.


Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.

Please note this role requires an Enhanced DBS and is subject to prison security clearance

Please note This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship if you require it to work in the UK. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here Skilled Worker visa Overview - GOV.UK

Join us at Change Grow Live, where together, we'll create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a difference.

CGL points 19 to 21 (£25,077.00 - £26,502.53)

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

31/7/2025

Carla Eaton | carla.eaton@cgl.org.uk | 01430273364

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