Criminal Justice Recovery Coordinator

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Change Grow Live is a charity dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our service users. We believe in offering support respect and individualised care in a safe environment working with each person to find the right treatment and care options.

Our core values areBe open be compassionate and be bold and our team members apply these daily to achieve our aim of helping people change the direction of their lives grow as individuals and live life to its full potential.

We have an exciting opportunity for aCriminal JusticeRecovery Coordinatorwho has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time in a way that best meets their needs. With this role youll be working as part of our Criminal Justice team based in Warrington.

Location: Warrington
Full Time Hours: 37.5 hrs per week
Full Time Salary: 27861.26 - 32002.35 (Pro rata for part time hours dependent on experience)

* 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Holistic Support: Engage with our service users through psychosocial interventions to help them reduce disengagement harm and associated criminal activity.
• Comprehensive Care: Conduct screenings assessments recovery planning and make referrals to ensure every individual gets the support they need.
• Collaboration: Forge strong partnerships with The National Probation Service Court and Prison teams.
• Harm Minimisation: To mitigate substance misuse-related harm reduce reoffending and guide individuals transitioning from custody to community treatment providers.
• Community Well-being: Work to reduce drug and alcohol-related harm not just to our service users but to the wider community as well.
• Inclusive Engagement: Foster involvement from carers service users and the community ensuring everyones voice is heard.
• Advocate for Change: Support service users in accessing essential partnership services.
• Empower Lives: Assist in social (re)integration promoting recovery resilience peer support and self-determination.

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.

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 your application form and supporting statement reflect the details outlined in the job description. This helps us understand how your skills and experiences align with the roles requirements.

Note: The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and police / probation / prison vetting clearance.

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 -

Are you ready to make a positive difference

Apply now!

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.