Recovery Worker

RecruitmentiQ; Greenock; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Job summary

RECRUITMENTiQ is partnering with a charity to recruit a compassionate Recovery Worker to support individuals through a structured 4-phase recovery programme in Inverclyde. You will manage a caseload, develop personalised recovery action plans, and deliver group-based interventions in a safe, supportive environment to help people progress in their recovery.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed, person-centred support, collaboration with partners, accurate record-keeping and adherence to

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals affected by problematic substance use.
• Experience completing assessments, support planning and reviews.
• Experience planning and delivering group-based interventions or recovery-focused sessions.
• Confidence facilitating groups and engaging participants with varying support needs.
• Knowledge of recovery approaches and psychosocial interventions.
• Experience maintaining accurate case records and using IT systems.
• Understanding of professional boundaries, confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Ability to work collaboratively with statutory and third sector partners.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals from initial assessment through aftercare and ongoing recovery support.
• Hold a caseload and develop personalised recovery action plans, review progress and identify barriers.
• Plan and deliver structured group work sessions in a safe, recovery-focused environment.
• Build positive relationships with individuals and partner organisations for wraparound support.
• Deliver one-to-one and group delivery to help develop coping strategies and recovery skills.

Skills

Substance use support

Assessment & care planning

Group work delivery

Group facilitation

Boundaries & confidentiality

IT record keeping

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

RECRUITMENTiQ is working in partnership with a charity who provide recovery, wellbeing, family support and community reintegration services.

The organisation believe recovery is about more than stopping substance use. It’s about helping people reconnect with themselves, rebuild confidence, strengthen relationships and move towards a life that feels meaningful and stable.

The organisation are looking for a compassionate, motivated and proactive Recovery Worker to join their growing team and support individuals through their structured 4-phase recovery programme.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a respected recovery organisation that delivers person-centred, trauma-informed support across Inverclyde. You’ll work alongside a passionate team who genuinely care about the people we support and the difference we make within our communities.

About the Role

As a Recovery Worker, you will support individuals from initial assessment right through to aftercare and ongoing recovery support.

You’ll hold a caseload and work closely with individuals to develop personalised recovery action plans, review progress, identify barriers, celebrate achievements and connect people into wider support where needed.

A key part of this role is the ability to confidently plan and deliver structured group work sessions. We are looking for someone who can engage individuals within group settings, encourage participation and create a safe, supportive and recovery-focused environment.

Our programme combines one-to-one support with structured group delivery, helping individuals develop coping strategies, recovery skills, confidence and longer-term stability through evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches.

You’ll build positive relationships with individuals and partner organisations to ensure people receive the wraparound support they need to move forward in recovery.

Essential Requirements

• Experience supporting individuals affected by problematic substance use
• Experience completing assessments, support planning and reviews
• Experience planning and delivering group-based interventions or recovery-focused sessions
• Confidence facilitating groups and engaging participants with varying support needs
• Knowledge of recovery approaches and psychosocial interventions
• Experience maintaining accurate case records and using IT systems
• Understanding of professional boundaries, confidentiality and safeguarding
• Ability to work collaboratively with statutory and third sector partners

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience delivering therapeutic or recovery-focused group work
• SVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent qualification in Health & Social Care or related field
• Knowledge of local recovery pathways and services
• Full driving licence

What We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunity to be part of a respected and growing recovery organisation
• Ongoing training and professional development
• The chance to genuinely make a difference in people’s lives
• Company pension

Additional Information

This post is subject to PVG membership and satisfactory references.

We welcome applications from individuals with relevant professional and/or lived experience, alongside the skills, values and commitment required for the role.

Application Deadline: Friday 14th August 2026 at 5pm

Fixed-term (12 months initially). Monday to Friday with occasional flexibility required