Recovery Worker

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Recovery Coordinator or Recovery Worker with strong substance misuse experience to join a busy service and support people through their recovery journey. Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday) Dates: ASAP (Temporary Contract starting for 3 months, however it might be ongoing) Location: Cambridge, CB1 3DF Pay Rate: £18/hr - £23/hr Your new role As a Recovery Coordinator, you will deliver a range of evidence‑based interventions to support service users throughout their treatment journey. You will work collaboratively with clinical and safeguarding teams to ensure each individual receives a safe, holistic and person‑centred service. Key responsibilities: Supporting service users from point of entry into the service and throughout their treatment and recovery journey Completing screening, assessments, recovery planning and onward referrals Helping to reduce drug and alcohol-related harm for service users and the wider community Supporting service users with social reintegration, recovery, resilience and self-determination Promoting involvement from service users, carers and the wider community Working in partnership with internal teams, external agencies and other professionals Providing advocacy and supporting access to partnership services where required Delivering person-centred support in a safe, respectful and professional manner To be considered, you will need: Previous experience working in substance misuse services It is essential that the candidate can drive as there will be an expectation to cover an outreach clinic. A good understanding of recovery planning, risk, safeguarding and harm reduction Strong communication and engagement skills Confidence working with service users with complex needs The ability to work collaboratively with professionals, services and external partners Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your caseload effectively A compassionate, non-judgemental and person-centred approach Please note: We do not offer sponsorships Please note that candidates must have substance misuse experience to be considered for this role. What you'll get in return Weekly payments Free DBS check What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. To find out more about this job please contact Agne on 0788 418 6023. #LI-DNI #4831461 - Agne Minkeviciute-Miklusiene