South West Recovery Navigator (Predominantly Merton Probation) FTC 12 MonthsLocation: LondonSalary: £25,207Vacancy Type: ContractAdvertising End Date: 26 Mar 2026About The RoleAs a Recovery Navigator in the Dependency and Recovery Service, you''ll play a vital role in helping people on probation build and sustain recovery from substance misuse.Working as part of a multi-disciplinary, hybrid team, you''ll support predominately Wandsworth clients but will also be expected to support individuals in the Kingston, Richmond and Hounslow, Merton, and Sutton probation area.Your role is to help bridge the gap between probation and community treatment services : improving engagement, providing advocacy, and offering practical, motivational, and timebound interventions that support long-term recovery and reduce re-offending.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Recovery Navigator, you will:Manage a caseload of adult male clients (prison leavers and those on community orders)Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop collaborative action plansDeliver 1:1 support, group sessions, and virtual interventionsProvide advocacy and practical assistance, including referrals, form-filling, and attending appointmentsOffer advice, guidance, and information to empower clients to take control of their recovery journeyWork closely with treatment providers, probation staff, and local partners to ensure seamless supportMaintain accurate and timely case records and data for reporting purposesHelp clients develop un