Criminal Justice Recovery Coordinator

Criminal Justice Recovery Worker (Better Lives)

Location:

Multiple locations across Islington, London

Working Hours:

37

Contract Type:
Permanent

Salary: £28,690 - £34,730

Make a real difference in your community.

Our aim is to develop new and strengthen existing Criminal Justice pathways into drug and alcohol treatment for people affected by homelessness, mental health needs, domestic violence, and experience of the Criminal Justice system. We are currently seeking a Criminal Justice Recovery Coordinator to join us during an exciting period of development and transformation across our London services. This role will involve working across a range of established Criminal Justice settings, including Probation, Approved Premises, Prisons, Courts, and Police Stations.

You will be an integral member of one of our dynamic treatment teams, working closely with team leaders and partner agencies to develop and deliver tailored recovery support, including recovery planning and case management. Your work will support service users to make positive changes at all stages of their recovery journey.

We take a holistic and person‑centred approach, ensuring that each individual's package of care reflects their unique priorities, strengths, and needs. We are committed to fair chances for all and to removing barriers so that everyone can access the support they need to realise their potential.

• Provide targeted support ranging from brief interventions to structured treatment
• Develop and manage personalised recovery plans
• Deliver holistic, "whole‑person" support that addresses wellbeing beyond substance use
• Work collaboratively with Criminal Justice partners and internal teams
• Support service users to achieve meaningful, sustainable outcomes

• Passionate about supporting people with complex needs and motivated by making a positive difference in people's lives
• Compassionate, non‑judgemental, and recovery‑focused approach to your work
• Experience of, or transferable skills relevant to, working with people affected by substance use, the Criminal Justice system, mental health, homelessness, or related vulnerabilities
• Confident working collaboratively with a range of partner agencies, particularly within Criminal Justice settings
• Organised and able to manage a varied caseload while working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Committed to person‑centred, trauma‑informed, and strengths‑based practice, and open to learning and professional development

• 27 days' annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and family‑friendly pay
• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days' annual leave
• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
• £500 Recommend a Friend bonus
• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year