Recovery Coordinator - Hostels/Supported Housing

Change Grow Live is a charity driven by the belief that we can make a meaningful difference in people\''s lives. We provide compassionate, person-centred support in a safe and inclusive environment, respecting and valuing each individual. We work collaboratively to support people in accessing the right treatment and care options, helping them achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.We are looking for a

Recovery Coordinator - Hostels and Temporary Accommodation

to join our outreach and engagement team in our Newham service.Location:

NewhamHours:

Full Time Hours

37.5 hrs per weekSalary:

Full Time Salary

£27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (Pro rata for part time hours, dependent on experience)Additional Allowance:

Inner London Weighting

£4,133.14 (pro rata for part time hours)Contract:

Fixed Term Contract

until 31st March 2026

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 You’ll Be DoingBuilding Trust and Supporting Recovery: You’ll be there from the very first contact, guiding individuals through assessments, planning, and onward referrals, ensuring they receive the support they need.

Creating Safe and Engaging Spaces: You’ll deliver workshops and group sessions on topics like managing emotions, improving sleep, and building healthy relationships, adapting your approach to meet individual needs.

Promoting Growth and Independence: You’ll encourage resilience, peer connections, and self-determination, empowering individuals to lead purposeful, fulfilling lives.

Reducing Harm and Fostering Integration: You’ll help reduce the risks associated with substance use and support people in reconnecting with their communities.

Championing Advocacy and Access: You’ll advocate for individuals to access services and resources, ensuring no barriers stand in their way.

Contributing to Meaningful Activities: You’ll help design, deliver, and evaluate group activities that are creative, impactful, and tailored to those you support.

About YouLived Experience or Understanding of Substance Use Challenges: Your personal journey or understanding gives you empathy with those you support.

A Desre to Lead and Inspire: You are eager to learn, confident in building connections and handling challenges with empathy and professionalism.

Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills: You are a great listener and clear communicator, comfortable learning new IT skills.

Proactive and Eager to Learn: You bring energy, initiative, and a positive outlook.

Awareness of Mental Health and Recovery: You are passionate about understanding mental health and recovery and ready to expand knowledge.

Team-Oriented and Collaborative: You work well with diverse teams and stakeholders.

A Commitment to Making a Difference: You value safeguarding and confidentiality and are eager to contribute to the team and the people we support.

What We Offer25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service (up to 30 days).

Paid Wellness hour each week and access to a Wellness Hub.

Employee Assistance Programme and staff discounts.

Contributory pension scheme.

Friendly and supportive team environment.

Training and development opportunities.

Refer-a-friend scheme with a reward of £250 if the candidate is successful.

Please ensure that when completing your application, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description to show how your skills and experiences align with the role.

Important: 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, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles can be found in the Skilled Worker visa overview on GOV.UK.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications. Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

DBS disclosure location: London

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