Recovery Coordinator Non-Opiate
Job Summary
Overview
Non-Opiate Recovery Coordinator
Croydon Full Time 37.5 Hours
Change doesnt happen all at once.
It starts with a momentand the right support at the right time.
Every day people reach out to us at that moment
ready unsure or somewhere in between.
What they need isnt just a service.
They need someone who listens understands and helps them take the next step.
At Change Grow Live we believe in peopletheir potential to change to grow and to rebuild their lives.
Guided by our valuesBe open be compassionate and be boldwe create environments where recovery is possible and where every person is treated as an individual.
Why this role matters
As a Non-Opiate Recovery Coordinator in our Croydon service youll be at the centre of someones recovery journey.
Youll work with individuals using non-opiate substancesincluding cocaine cannabis ketamine and other drugssupporting them to understand their use reduce harm and make meaningful sustainable changes.
You wont just manage a caseloadyoull build relationships create trust and support people to regain control and move forward in ways that work for them.
This is work that is person-focused complex and deeply rewarding.
The details
- Role: Non-Opiate Recovery Coordinator
- Location: Croydon
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week*
- Contract: Permanent
Please note: Salary is subject to review in line with the 2025/26 pay award.
*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.
Responsibilities
What youll be doing
- Support individuals from first contact through to sustained recovery
- Deliver non-opiate focused interventions both one-to-one and in group settings
- Develop personalised recovery and harm reduction plans
- Work with individuals to understand the impact of non-opiate substance use on their mental and physical health
- Coordinate care for individuals with complex needs working in a supportive and strengths-based way
- Work closely with mental health services GPs and other partners to deliver joined-up holistic support
- Support individuals in their homes or community settings where appropriate including welfare and pre-discharge visits
- Deliver group work education sessions and structured support programmes
- Connect people into community support mutual aid and wider recovery networks
- Advocate for service users ensuring their voice is heard across services
- Support individuals to rebuild their lives strengthen resilience and regain independence
Who were looking for
You bring both professional capability and genuine care.
You will have:
- Experience supporting people affected by non-opiate substance use or wider substance misuse
- Confidence working with individuals at different stages of change
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build meaningful trusting relationships
- A good understanding of mental health safeguarding and risk management
- The ability to work independently using initiative while managing competing priorities
Youre resilient adaptable and committed to doing whats right for the people you support.
What we offer
We invest in our people so they can deliver their best work:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with service
- A paid weekly Wellness Hour wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme
- Contributory pension scheme
- A wide range of employee benefits and discounts
- Ongoing training development and progression opportunities
- A supportive values-led team where youll feel part of something meaningful
Be part of someones moment of change
If youre ready to do work that truly mattersand be part of a team that believes in peoplewed love to hear from you.
Apply now.
Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
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.
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
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
ILW / OLW /Fringe
Closing Date
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
Required Experience:
IC