Job Description

Overview:

Change Grow Live is a charity committed to making a real difference in the lives of the people we support. Our core values -

Be open, be compassionate, and be bold

- guide everything we do. We believe in treating everyone as an individual, providing support with respect and care, and working together to create meaningful change.

We are looking for a

Recovery Coordinator

to join our team in

Reading

. You will work across custodial and community settings, ensuring continuity of care and support for individuals engaged in the criminal justice system, particularly those under MAPPA (Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements) and IOM (Integrated Offender Management). Your role will focus on identifying, engaging and supporting service users with drug and/or alcohol needs, delivering targeted interventions and robust release planning to reduce substance misuse, re-offending and associated harm. You will work closely with prisons, probation services, and community-based providers to ensure seamless transitions and timely access to appropriate support on release. Please note: This post is only open to male applicants, as it is an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. The role involves providing direct support to high-risk male individuals, where having a male worker is crucial for effective engagement and safeguarding.

Hours:

Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Full Time Salary Range

: 27,861.26 - 32,002.35 dependent on experience (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time hours)

Contract:

Fixed Term Contract until the 31st of March 2026

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.

Responsibilities:

About the role:

Deliver targeted, trauma-informed interventions tailored to the needs of individuals under MAPPA/IOM frameworks and ensure pathways into appropriate treatment services post-release. Build strong, effective working relationships with prison healthcare, probation officers, MAPPA panels, and IOM teams to support integrated care planning and information sharing. Act as a key liaison between prison in-reach teams and community drug/alcohol services to support continuity of care, shared case management, and coordinated risk reduction planning. Attend and contribute to MAPPA Level 2 and 3 meetings and IOM case reviews, providing written and verbal reports, including risk updates and recovery progress. Carry out prison-based screenings, initial assessments, and risk assessments, developing recovery plans in partnership with service users prior to release. Provide harm reduction education, overdose prevention, and relapse management planning with service users in custody and following release into the community. Deliver and promote Naloxone provision pre- and post-release, and train service users and peers in its use where appropriate. Offer "through-the-gate" support including gate pickups where appropriate and facilitate access to community recovery services, housing, and health appointments upon release. Conduct home visits, hostel visits, and community outreach as needed to maintain engagement, particularly with high-risk individuals and those at risk of disengagement. Work collaboratively with police, probation, mental health, housing, and social care partners to address the complex needs of high-risk service users and promote recovery and rehabilitation.

About you:

Empathy and Understanding:

A strong grasp of substance misuse issues and experience working in similar fields.

Clear Communication:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with proficiency in IT.

Self-Motivated and Organised:

Ability to take initiative, manage time effectively, and prioritise tasks.

Knowledgeable and Resourceful:

Good understanding of mental health interventions and services.

Team-Oriented:

A supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills, comfortable collaborating with a range of professionals and stakeholders.

Adaptable:

Ability to manage change effectively, always prioritising the needs of our service users.

Committed to Best Practices:

Understanding of information governance processes and dedication to applying all necessary safeguards.

Continuous Learner:

Enthusiastic about seeking out learning opportunities and contributing to the development of others.

Approved for Restricted Institutional Access:

The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and obtain HMPPS security clearance
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What We Offer:

Wellness:

Enjoy a paid 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Time Off:

Generous annual leave entitlement (+ bank holidays), increasing yearly for the first five years.

Financial Benefits:

A contributory pension scheme and discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.

Refer a Friend Scheme:

receive a voucher when they successfully join our team!

Growth Opportunities:

We support your training, career development, and progression.

Supportive Environment:

Join a friendly team that values collaboration and support

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. We look forward to hearing from you!

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here:

Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Direct applications only -- we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

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 Closing Date: 12/8/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:: Jennifer Watkins | Jennifer.Watkins@cgl.org.uk : This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.