Recovery Worker

Job Summary

All applicants must submit a CV along with a cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter.

Please note:

This role may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Our vibrant and busy service in North East Glasgow provides support to people concerned about their own or someone else's alcohol or drug use. We have a Recovery Hub, however much of our work is carried out in the local community. We work with people at all stages on their journey providing both one-to-one appointments and group work.

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic Recovery Workers, who are motivated to work as part of a thriving and diverse team, ensuring recovery opportunities are available for individuals at any point in their recovery journey. You will strive to work collaboratively with partners and communities, ensuring that we are as accessible as possible and that the principles of a Recovery Oriented System of Care and true person‑centred practice are at the heart of all that we do.

As a frontline role at With You, you will provide continuity of care through effective partnership working, care coordination, key work responsibilities, and intervention delivery. You will manage an active caseload, connecting quickly with clients and ensuring they're always treated with respect and dignity.

Working pattern: 5 days over 7, including occasional weekend work.

Salary: £25,000 to £30,000 per year (starting at £25,000, rising in line with pay progression).

• Excellent communicator who is able to build trust and put people at ease during the first meeting with our service.
• Demonstrable experience working within health, social care, criminal justice or other specialist setting, or a clear motivation for wanting to work in the drug and alcohol sector.
• Successful track record of providing efficient and reliable customer service.
• Highly organised, with excellent communication skills, ability to manage time effectively, and to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Positive and engaging approach to clients and key stakeholders.
• Passion for what we do.

• Relevant experience in health, social care, criminal justice or related sector.

We welcome applications from people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. We provide a guaranteed interview scheme for veterans and for candidates with a disability.

• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• 2 days paid volunteer leave per year.
• Auto‑enrolment into We Are With You's pension scheme.
• Access to a Blue Light Card.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Refer a Friend scheme – £500 bonus for successful referrals after 6 months probation.

Applicants will need to undergo a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

We Are With You
G40 2QL
, Glasgow

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