Job Description

Overview:

Believe in People? So Do We.

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At

Change Grow Live

, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to change the direction of their life. As a national charity rooted in compassion and evidence-based practice, we work alongside people affected by substance use, helping them access the right support at the right time, in a way that recognises their strengths, needs and aspirations.
Our values --

Be open. Be compassionate. Be bold.

-- shape everything we do. They guide how we work with people who use our services, with our partners, and with one another.
We are now seeking a

Dependency and Recovery Coordinator

to join our Birmingham team, supporting individuals across Central and South Birmingham, with a primary base at

Centre City Probation Office

.

About the role

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This is a varied and rewarding role for a skilled practitioner who is confident working with complexity and committed to person-centred, trauma-informed practice.
You will play a pivotal role in supporting people from point of entry into the service and throughout their recovery journey, ensuring timely access to appropriate interventions and coordinated care.
Key responsibilities include:Supporting service users from initial engagement through treatment and recovery Delivering screening, assessment, recovery planning and onward referrals Reducing drug- and alcohol-related harm for individuals and communities Promoting service user, carer and community involvement Providing advocacy and enabling access to partnership services Supporting social (re)integration, resilience, peer support and self-determination Designing, preparing and delivering structured group work and pods Facilitating groups for people at different stages of recovery Participating in reflective debriefs and evaluations with co-facilitators Tailoring workshops to meet identified needs, including areas such as anger management, sleep, and relationships

This role requires flexibility, collaboration and a strong commitment to recovery-oriented outcomes.


Responsibilities:

About you

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You will bring experience, curiosity and a values-led approach to your practice. You will also demonstrate:A strong understanding of substance misuse and experience working in a related field Experience delivering group work and managing group dynamics, including challenging behaviour Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with good IT capability The ability to work proactively, manage competing priorities and use your initiative Knowledge of mental health interventions, services and best practice Strong partnership-working skills with internal and external stakeholders Confidence in managing change while keeping service user needs at the centre A clear understanding of information governance and safeguarding responsibilities A commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Where you will work

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Location:

Peripatetic across Central and South Birmingham

Main base:

Centre City Probation Office

Hours, salary and contract

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Hours:

37.5 hours per week

Contract:

Permanent

Salary:

27,861.26 - 32,002.35 per annum (pro rata for part-time roles)

Please note:

Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

What we offer

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At Change Grow Live, we

Thrive

by creating the conditions for people to do their best work and feel a true sense of belonging.
You can expect:25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after five years' service A paid weekly

Wellness Hour

, alongside access to our Wellness Hub and Employee Assistance Programme A contributory pension scheme A wide range of discounts including shopping, cinema and holidays A supportive, inclusive and values-driven team culture Ongoing learning, development and progression opportunities A generous

Refer-a-Friend

scheme

Together, we foster open, inclusive environments where people feel valued, supported and able to grow.

Additional information

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This role is

not eligible for visa sponsorship

. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. The successful candidate will be required to complete an

enhanced DBS check

and

MOJ vetting

. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Early application is encouraged.

When completing your application and supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements outlined in the job description.


Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 23 to 28 (27,861.26 - 32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe: N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Interview Date: 7/1/2026 Closing Date: 4/1/2026 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:: Sarah Hart | sarah.hart@cgl.org.uk : This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.