Senior Dependency & Recovery Coordinator

Change Grow Live; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization based in Walsall is seeking a Senior Dependency and Recovery Coordinator to support individuals in the probation system. This part-time role involves conducting assessments, evaluating dependency levels, and facilitating connections to necessary services, significantly contributing to personalized recovery plans. The successful candidate will collaborate with various agencies and must pass a DBS check. The position offers a salary range of £32,002.35 to £34,214.20 pro rata.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Wellness hour and programmes

Contributory pension scheme

Shopping and entertainment discounts

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in substance misuse or social care services.
• Commitment to multi-agency collaboration.
• Understanding of issues facing offenders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings and assessments for individuals with substance misuse issues.
• Evaluate service users' dependency levels and mental health.
• Facilitate transitions to community services.

Skills

Experience in criminal justice

Knowledge of substance misuse

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage change

Collaboration skills

Job description

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Overview

Believe in People?

The best people have one thing in common.

They care.

At Change Grow Live, 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.

We have a unique opportunity to become a Senior Dependency and Recovery Coordinator as part of our service.

This role will be working with the Probation Service and aims to develop and deliver interventions that tackle these behaviours while increasing the appeal of services to this underrepresented group.

the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and obtain MOJ vetting.

Where: Walsall Probation Office (Hybrid role)

Hours: Part time 30 hours per week

Full time Salary Range: £32,002.35 - £34,214.20 per annum Dependent on experience, pro rata for part time hours

Contract type: Fixed Term 12 months until TBC

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.

Responsibilities

About the Role

As a Senior Dependency and Recovery Practitioner, you will:

• Carry out initial screenings and comprehensive assessments for individuals identified with substance misuse issues within the probation system.
• Evaluate service users' dependency levels, mental health status, and other factors affecting their recovery journey.
• Facilitate seamless transitions for service users by providing onward referrals to specialist treatment and community services (e.g., mental health services, housing support, and employment services).
• Collaborate closely with local agencies and services, including prison substance misuse teams, to ensure continuity of care, particularly for individuals transitioning from custody back to the community.
• Offer consultation, training, and mentoring to probation staff to enhance their confidence and knowledge in managing individuals with substance misuse issues.
• Attend and contribute to case management and review meetings, providing updates on service user progress and ensuring timely information sharing to support compliance and enforcement activities.
• Encourage participation in community-based activities and peer support groups to foster a sense of belonging and purpose.
• This role requires flexibility and a proactive approach, with work carried out across Northamptonshire, including Probation offices, courts, community settings, and accommodation services.

About you:

• Relevant experience of working within criminal justice, substance misuse (including alcohol) or social care services with a clear understanding of the need for and ability to deliver quality services.
• A commitment to multi‑agency working and establishing partnerships with other professions to achieve good outcomes for the service user group.
• Extensive knowledge of the issues facing offenders.
• Extensive knowledge of the rehabilitation process and the contributing factors to success and making long term sustained offending behaviour and social functioning.
• Experience of working with groups or pods and managing group dynamics, such as conflict or challenging behaviour.
• Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users.
• Have effective interpersonal skills with the ability to engage successfully with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Be able to work collaboratively with others both internally and externally.

What We Offer:

• 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing annually for first five years.
• 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.

If this resonates with you and you're eager to embark on a fulfilling journey with Change Grow Live, we'd be delighted to connect with you.

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.

Direct applications only - we will not be engaging 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 at the time of application. For applicants with time‑limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)

CGL points 28 to 30 (£32,002.35 - £34,214.20)

ILW / OLW /Fringe

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

If you have any questions or concerns on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

Pinky Patel | [e-mail] | 07833859378

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