Job Description

Overview:

RIVER

We are a free and confidential service for adults (18+) in Liverpool who are experiencing difficulties with substances.

We believe everyone has the ability to make positive changes. We work with individuals, families, carers, and professionals to offer support that's right for you.

Whether you need one-to-one help, group sessions, or access to medication and treatment, we're here for you.

Volunteers play a crucial role in helping us bring our vision to life and deliver our services effectively. Their dedication strengthens the quality, reach, and accessibility of our support, allowing us to help even more people.
Responsibilities:

Purpose of role:

At River you will be working with people to help them change the direction of their life, grow as an individual, and live life to its full potential.

As a Recovery Support Volunteer, you will work closely with our Recovery Coordinators, helping them manage their caseloads and supporting service users throughout every stage of their treatment journey. Your role may include completing assessments, developing risk management plans, and delivering one?to?one support. You may also contribute to raising Ketamine awareness out in the community and among professionals.

Interviews:

Will take place towards the last two weeks of February 2026

Training

will start on the third week of March (1 day per week for - 6 weeks).

Please read the attached Role Description for full details.


Closing Date: 17/1/2026 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:: Alison Fleet | Alison.Fleet@cgl.org.uk | 07471593468 : Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role. : This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.