Prison In-Reach Recovery Specialist

Securitas UK; Wigan; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas UK in Wigan is seeking a Prison In-Reach Recovery Worker to support people affected by substance use within custodial settings, primarily across HMP Forest Bank and HMP Styal. You will build therapeutic relationships, provide assessments, recovery planning and care coordination to reduce harm and support recovery and resettlement.

This full-time role requires collaboration with prison staff and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care during custody and on release, with a

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in health, social care, criminal justice or related setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and time management.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, recovery planning, harm reduction and care coordination for people affected by substance use in custody.
• Build positive therapeutic relationships with clients and engage them in structured interventions.
• Collaborate with prison staff, healthcare professionals and partner agencies to ensure continuity of care during custody and on release.
• Contribute to a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality service.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Highly organised

Team player

Empathy

Job description

Securitas UK in Wigan is seeking a Prison In-Reach Recovery Worker to support people affected by substance use within custodial settings, primarily across HMP Forest Bank and HMP Styal. You will build therapeutic relationships, provide assessments, recovery planning and care coordination to reduce harm and support recovery and resettlement.

This full-time role requires collaboration with prison staff and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care during custody and on release, with a