Opiate Recovery Coordinator

Change Grow Live; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Kings Lynn is seeking an Opiate Recovery Coordinator to provide support and tailored interventions to service users dealing with opiate use. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to work collaboratively in a supportive team environment. This role offers competitive salary, extensive training, and benefits including 25 days of annual leave and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Extensive training and career development opportunities

Participatory pension scheme

Wellness hub

Qualifications

• Experience delivering interventions for service users affected by opiate use.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Capacity to prioritize and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support Opiate service users through their treatment journey.
• Implement tailored interventions to reduce harm from opiate use.
• Collaborate with organizations to enhance recovery resources.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient IT skills

Knowledge in mental health interventions

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Believe in People?The best people have one thing in common.They care.At Change Grow Live Norfolk, 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.Are you wanting to develop your career in positively impacting the lives of individuals who use our service? If you are a team player genuinely interested in making a difference, we invite you to join our vibrant Norwich Team.We have an exciting opportunity for an Opiate Recovery Coordinator to join our Kings Lynn Opiate Team who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs.Our service thrives as a dynamic and collaborative team, featuring dedicated staff including a service manager, medical professionals, caring nurses, empathetic recovery staff, dedicated volunteers, efficient administrators, and supportive peer mentors.Location: Kings Lynn, NorfolkFull Time Hours: 37.5 per weekContract: Fixed term until 31st March 2026Full time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 Dependent on experience (Based on full time hours. Pro rata for part time hours)ResponsibilitiesAbout the Role:

• Provide unwavering support to Opiate service users from their initial contact with our service throughout their treatment and recovery journey.
• Implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by opiate use, either through group sessions or one-on-one engagement.
• Ensure service users receive a comprehensive, recovery-focused plan.
• Ensure service users risk assessments are updated within required timeframes or as risk changes.
• Collaborate with other organisations and the community to enhance the recovery resources available to service users by referring them to mutual aid groups and other networks.
• Advocate for the involvement of family members, service users, and the community.
• Serve as a voice for service users in accessing partnership services.
• Work closely with service users to facilitate their social (re)integration, enabling them to lead fulfilling and purpose-driven lives. This includes promoting recovery, resilience, peer support, and self-determination.
  
  Possess knowledge and experience in delivering interventions for service users affected by opiate use.
• Excel in both verbal and written communication, with proficient IT skills.
• Demonstrate proactive qualities, working independently with excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• Hold a strong understanding of mental health interventions, services, and best practices.
• Thrive as a supportive team player with exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders.
• Exhibit the ability to navigate change effectively, always prioritising the needs of service users.
• Recognise the significance of information governance processes and commit to adhering to all necessary safeguards.
• Pursue continuous learning opportunities to enhance your professional knowledge and skills, while also contributing to the growth and development of your colleagues.
  
  What We Offer:25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays. Additionally, you'll receive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years, therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us. A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Participation in a contributory pension scheme.
• A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.
• A warm and supportive team environment.
• Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.
• Refer a Friend Scheme.