Senior Practitioner - Adolescent Young Adults (18-25)

Change Grow Live; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Change Grow Live is seeking a Senior Practitioner to support young adults aged 18-25 facing complex challenges related to substance use. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team, conducting assessments, developing individualized recovery plans and leading outreach efforts. Join our mission to empower young individuals to access the right support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Weekly wellness hour

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with young adults facing complex needs.
• Skilled in building trusting relationships.
• Capable of managing operational responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of service users’ needs.
• Develop personalized recovery plans.
• Lead the 18-25 specialist pathway team.

Skills

Trauma-informed approaches

Person-centred approaches

Leadership

Engagement strategies

Job description

Senior Practitioner - Adolescent Young Adults (18-25)

Senior Practitioner - Adolescent Young Adults (18-25)

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About Change, Grow, Live

Change, Grow Live is a national health and social care charity committed to helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We believe in the power of compassion, openness, and boldness to transform lives.

About Change, Grow, Live

Change, Grow Live is a national health and social care charity committed to helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We believe in the power of compassion, openness, and boldness to transform lives.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Practitioner to join our dynamic team supporting young adults aged 18-25 who are experiencing complex challenges related to substance use. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping young people access the right support at the right time.

You will be based within the Young People’s multi-disciplinary team at ReFresh, working closely with professionals across health, social care, and community services.

The role includes outreach work, including home visits and lone working, to ensure accessibility and engagement.

Location ReFresh, Kenworthy House, Hull (with multi-site and home visit responsibilities)

Full-Time Salary Range £32,002.35 - £34,214.20

Full-Time Hours 37.5 per week

Contract Type Permanent

• Please note 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.
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment & Engagement
  
  
  

Conduct comprehensive assessments of service users’ needs, risks, and strengths. Build trusting relationships to support engagement and retention in treatment.

• Care Planning & Recovery
  
  
  

Develop and implement personalised recovery plans that are goal-oriented and trauma-informed, with a focus on reducing harm and promoting independence.

• Operational Leadership
  
  
  

Act as the operational lead for the 18-25 specialist pathway, ensuring high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement.

• Supervision & Support
  
  
  

Provide line management and supervision to 2 x Transitional 18-25 Workers, supporting their development and ensuring effective case management.

• Multi-Agency Collaboration
  
  
  

Work in partnership with local services including mental health, housing, education, and criminal justice to provide holistic support.

• Safeguarding & Risk Management
  
  
  

Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns, ensuring compliance with local and national safeguarding procedures.

If you’re ready to lead with compassion and boldness, we’d love to hear from you!

About You

We’re looking for someone who is

• Passionate about supporting young adults and breaking down barriers to engagement.
• Skilled in trauma informed and person-centred approaches.
• Experienced in working with complex needs, including substance misuse, mental health and social disadvantage.
• Confident in leading a small team and managing operational responsibilities.
• Is passionate about empowering people to make informed choices about their health and well-being.
• Is confident in developing partnerships to improve service accessibility and engagement.
• Can provide training and guidance to colleagues, sharing knowledge around harm reduction and interventions.
  
  
  

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive team culture.
• 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 weekly wellness hour, plus access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to a pension scheme and shopping, cinema, and holiday discounts.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Refer a Friend Scheme
  
  
  

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.

If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

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

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

14/6/2025

Sophie Lee | [e-mail]

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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