Recovery Coordinator - Non-opiate Team

Change Grow Live; Croydon; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Wellness hour

Employee assistance programme

Contributory pension

Discounts and benefits

Learning and development

Career progression

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Change Grow Live in Croydon is seeking a Non-Opiate Recovery Coordinator to join our recovery-focused team. The role offers 37.5 hours per week in a permanent, full-time capacity and involves working with individuals navigating substance use challenges with compassion and evidence-based support.

You’ll work with experienced colleagues to assess needs, plan recovery, reduce harm and engage with communities to foster healthier futures.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people facing complex challenges.
• Understanding of recovery, behaviour change and harm reduction principles.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate people from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, professional boundaries and risk management.
• Effective organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and person-centred practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise across assessment, recovery planning, harm reduction and community engagement.
• Collaborate with partner organisations to achieve the best outcomes.
• Build meaningful relationships with the people you support and guide their recovery journey.

Skills

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Job description

Non-Opiate Recovery Coordinator

Croydon | Full Time | 37.5 Hours | Permanent

Recovery isn't a straight line. Neither is the journey to change.

For many people, the decision to reach out for support comes after months or even years of uncertainty. Some know exactly what they want to achieve. Others simply know that something needs to change.

At Change Grow Live, we meet people where they are.

We believe everyone has the potential to build a healthier, more fulfilling future, and we're looking for a Non-Opiate Recovery Coordinator who shares that belief.

Why this role matters

Recovery is about more than reducing substance use.

It's about restoring confidence, rebuilding relationships and creating opportunities for people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Every day, people come to our service at different stages of their journey. Some are taking their first step towards change. Others are rebuilding after setbacks. All need support that is compassionate, personalised and centred around what matters most to them.

As a Non-Opiate Recovery Coordinator, you'll help people affected by substances such as cocaine, cannabis, ketamine and other non-opiate drugs navigate their recovery journey with confidence. Through meaningful conversations, evidence-based interventions and strengths-based support, you'll empower individuals to make informed choices, reduce harm and achieve sustainable change.

The impact of this role extends beyond the individual. By helping people improve their health, wellbeing and independence, you'll contribute to stronger families, healthier communities and brighter futures.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious team that believes in people's potential and is committed to delivering outstanding recovery-focused support.

You’ll have the autonomy to build meaningful relationships with the people you support while working alongside experienced colleagues and partner organisations to achieve the best possible outcomes. No two days are the same. One day you may be supporting someone to take their first steps towards recovery, while another may involve helping an individual reconnect with education, employment or their wider community.

You’ll develop expertise across assessment, recovery planning, harm reduction, partnership working and community engagement, while building a rewarding career within one of the UK's leading health and social care charities.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of a service that sees the person, not just the challenge they face. A place where compassion, innovation and collaboration come together to help people build lasting change and realise what's possible for their future.

The Details

Role: Non-Opiate Recovery Coordinator

Location: Croydon

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week.

Contract: Permanent

Allowances: Outer London Weighting, pro rata

Please note

Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and any associated payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

About You

We're looking for someone who combines professional curiosity, resilience and compassion with a genuine commitment to improving lives.

You may already have experience within substance use services, mental health, social care, criminal justice, housing or other community-based support environments.

You’ll bring

• Experience supporting people facing complex challenges


• An understanding of recovery, behaviour change and harm reduction principles


• Strong communication and relationship-building skills


• The ability to engage and motivate people from diverse backgrounds


• Knowledge of safeguarding, professional boundaries and risk management


• Effective organisational skills and confidence managing competing priorities


• A commitment to equality, inclusion and person-centred practice

Most importantly, you’ll believe in people and their ability to achieve meaningful and sustainable change.

What you’ll receive in return

At Change Grow Live, we know our people are our greatest asset.

That’s why we invest in creating an environment where colleagues can thrive, develop and build rewarding careers.

Our benefits include

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days with service


• A paid weekly Wellness Hour


• Access to our wellbeing resources and Employee Assistance Programme


• Contributory pension scheme


• A range of employee benefits and high-street discounts


• Extensive learning and development opportunities


• Career progression within one of the UK's leading health and social care charities


• A supportive, inclusive and values-driven culture

A place where everyone belongs

We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences, including those with lived experience. We know that different perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for the people we support.

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we'd encourage you to apply if you're excited by the opportunity and believe you can make a positive impact.

a Note About Using Ai In Your Application

AI can be a really helpful tool when putting together your application, and we're happy for you to use it. However, what we're most interested in is you.

We want to understand your experiences, achievements and strengths, so please make sure your application reflects your own story and clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria and the impact you've made in previous roles.

There's no need to write in a particular style. The strongest applications are those that are authentic, specific and clearly demonstrate your skills, experience and potential.

We look forward to learning more about you.

Direct applications only. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this vacancy.

Please note This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.

Be part of somebody's next chapter

If you're looking for a career where your skills, compassion and commitment can genuinely change lives, we'd love to hear from you.

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

Outer London Weighting (£2,250.61)

27/9/2026

Derrick Williams | [e-mail]

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.