SMART Recovery Meeting Facilitator

Change Grow Live; Bristol; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in people's lives through volunteering. As a SMART Recovery Meeting Facilitator, you'll receive training to lead supportive group sessions, helping individuals overcome challenges and build healthier lives. This role offers personal growth, career development opportunities, and the chance to work alongside passionate individuals in a supportive environment. With flexible opportunities and a commitment to diversity, this is an ideal chance to give back to your community and make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Flexible volunteering opportunities

20 hours of online training

Travel expenses reimbursement

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Stable in recovery for at least 6 months.
• Ability to help others work through challenges.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate SMART Recovery group sessions.
• Help individuals learn tools to overcome addictive behaviors.

Skills

Self-awareness

Supportive communication

Group facilitation

Job description

Overview

Join our Team as a Volunteer!

Volunteering with Change Grow Live is a great way to make a real difference in people’s lives whilst gaining valuable experience. Whether you want to give back to your community, develop new skills, or meet like-minded people, there are plenty of reasons to get involved.

Highlights from out 2024 Volunteer Survey:

97% of our volunteers are enthusiastic about their role.

94% would recommend Change Grow Live as a place to volunteer.

94% said that they receive the respect they deserve.

Responsibilities

Volunteering as a SMART Recovery Meeting Facilitator, you will receive training to be able to help lead supportive, down-to-earth group sessions where people learn simple, practical tools to overcome addictive behaviours and build a healthier, more balanced life.

We are looking for people who have been in recovery for at least 6 months. You will need to be stable in your own recovery and have a good level of self-awareness as you will be helping others work through their own challenges.

What You’ll Get Out of Volunteering

• Personal Growth – Build confidence, learn new skills, share your expertise and gain hands-on experience in health and social care.

• Career Development – 20 hours of online training modules, accredited organisational training, gain insight into the sector and boost your CV for future opportunities.

• Make a Difference – Support people in their recovery and help create safer, healthier communities.

• Flexible Opportunities – Fit volunteering around your schedule with a variety of roles available.

• Join a supportive team – Work alongside passionate, friendly people who share your values.

• Feel Valued – Your time and effort will be recognised and appreciated.

• Travel expenses - reimburse all reasonable out of pocket expenses incurred in travelling to the place of volunteering and whilst carrying out any voluntary activities.

We are committed to creating an environment that respects and values diversity, with a positive and supportive culture where everyone feels welcome, empowered, and represented.

Interested? Please get in touch—we’d love to hear from you!

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

Terry Heywood | [e-mail] note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role.This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.