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Recovery Worker - Temporary Cover

Job in Coventry, West Midlands, CV1, England, UK
Listing for: Morgan Hunt UK Limited
Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-09-18
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Substance Abuse Counselor, Mental Health
  • Social Work
    Substance Abuse Counselor, Mental Health
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18 - 20 GBP Hourly GBP 18.00 20.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Recovery Worker - 3 Month Temporary Cover

Coventry, CV1 | 37.5 hours | 3-month temporary contract | £16-£22 Umbrella

Pay Rates - Dependent on Direct Recovery Experience
  • Less than 12 months: £16-£18 per hour (umbrella)
  • 1-3 years: £18-£20 per hour (umbrella)
  • 3+ years:
    Up to £22 per hour (umbrella)
About the Role

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Recovery Worker to join a multi-disciplinary team, supporting service users throughout their treatment and recovery journey.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support service users from initial engagement through to recovery.
  • Complete screening, assessments, risk assessments and recovery plans.
  • Manage an allocated caseload and monitor service user progress.
  • Use motivational interviewing and recovery-focused approaches.
  • Coordinate care and make appropriate onward referrals.
  • Promote recovery, resilience, independence and social reintegration.
  • Provide harm-reduction advice, including overdose prevention and Naloxone support.
  • Develop links with recovery, mutual-aid and community groups.
  • Work with prescribing clinicians, GPs, health services and partner agencies.
  • Maintain accurate records and uphold confidentiality and safeguarding requirements.
About You

We're looking for someone who is:

  • Passionate about supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use.
  • Able to build positive and trusting relationships.
  • A confident communicator and team player.
  • Experienced in assessment, recovery planning and risk management.
  • Person-centred, flexible and committed to positive outcomes.
Make a Difference

Join a team dedicated to reducing drug and alcohol-related harm and helping people build healthier, more meaningful and independent lives.

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