Recovery Worker; Temporary

Position: Recovery Worker (Temporary)
Location: Erith

Recovery Coordinator

£18 per hour

Location:

Erith DA8

Clearance Required:

Enhanced DBS

Caseload of approx. c40/45. Hours of work:
Mon - fri 09::00, every other Tuesday 11::30.

Make a Real Difference in People’s Recovery Journeys

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Recovery Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will support individuals affected by drug and alcohol misuse at every stage of their recovery — from initial assessment and engagement through structured treatment and into sustained recovery. (This includes providing 121 sessions, group sessions, triage's / assessments, supporting clients on OST medication)

This is a varied and rewarding position where you will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes long-term positive outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing

* Managing a caseload of service users, developing and reviewing personalised recovery and treatment plans.

* Conducting triage, screening and comprehensive assessments.

* Delivering evidence-based psychosocial interventions (including MI, CBT, PSIs and ITEP) in both one-to-one and group settings.

* Undertaking risk assessments, safeguarding assessments and creating robust risk management plans.

* Working closely with partner agencies to ensure coordinated care and smooth progression through treatment pathways.

* Supporting families, carers and children by reducing the impact of substance-related harm and encouraging positive family involvement in recovery.

* Facilitating access to community services and resources to build recovery capital and social inclusion.

* Participating in drug screening, duty work, harm reduction initiatives, BBV testing/immunisation services and needle exchange programmes.

* Maintaining accurate and timely records using an online case management system.

* Promoting peer support opportunities and visible recovery across the service.

* Engaging in ongoing professional development, supervision and training.

About You

You will bring:

* Experience working with individuals affected by problematic drug and/or alcohol use.

* A strong understanding of the complex needs associated with substance misuse, including mental health, physical health, legal, parenting and family support needs.

* The ability to assess risk, develop effective management plans and monitor recovery outcomes.

* Experience delivering structured interventions such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), CBT, PSIs and ITEP.

* Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to protecting vulnerable individuals.

* Strong communication skills, with the ability to build professional, boundaried relationships.

* Confidence managing a busy caseload and maintaining accurate case records.

* Respect for diversity and a commitment to promoting equality and challenging discrimination.

* IT skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook (experience with case management systems is desirable).

Qualifications

Essential:

* NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards this qualification.

* Must have an up to DBS, If on updated service the original paper copy must also be uploaded.

Desirable:

* A relevant professional qualification (e.g., Addiction Studies, Counselling, Social Work or therapeutic qualification).

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