Assessment and Engagement worker

Change Grow Liveare a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives offering support and respect in a safe environment treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options.

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

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assessment and Engagement worker based in St Helenswho has theskills 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.

No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual so being flexible curious and a good listener are key.

Location: Merseyside

Full Time Hours: 37.5 per week

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 Youll Do:

• Conduct triage and thorough assessments for individuals seeking treatment at both hub and community venues.
• Provide person-centered recovery-oriented key working to a small caseload utilising a range of interventions tailored to each individual.
• Engage people from diverse backgrounds struggling with alcohol and substance use in effective evidence-based treatment programs.
• Stay flexible and adapt to activities and tasks that directly meet the needs of our clients and services.
• Advocate for access to partnership services and collaborate with service users to support their social reintegration promoting recovery resilience peer support and self-determination.

What Were Looking For:

• A deep empathetic understanding of substance misuse and a passion for supporting individuals on their journey to recovery backed by experience in similar settings and a strong knowledge of mental health interventions and services.
• Exceptional communication skills that allow you to truly connect with and inspire people from all walks of life. Your ability to listen and communicate clearly along with your IT proficiency will ensure that everyones voice is heard and needs are met.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to organise your time effectively always keeping the well-being of those you support at the forefront of your work. You see challenges as opportunities to make a difference.
• A collaborative and inclusive spirit recognising the power of teamwork and bringing strong interpersonal skills to build meaningful connections with a diverse range of professionals agencies and stakeholders.
• Flexibility and adaptability with a focus on ensuring that the well-being and unique needs of each service user guide your actions and decisions.
• A steadfast commitment to maintaining the highest standards of information governance and safeguarding ensuring that everyones privacy dignity and safety are upheld.
• A genuine dedication to your own growth and that of others with an unwavering passion for continuous learning self-improvement and contributing to the development and empowerment of those around you.

What we will give to you:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Additionallyyoullreceive one extra day of annual leave for each year of service during your first five years therefore you will enjoy 30 days of leave after five years with us.
• Paid Wellness hour each week along with a Wellness hub and Employee Assist Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping cinema holidays etc.
• A friendly and supportive team
• Training career development & progression opportunities
• Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role.

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. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here:Skilled Worker visa: Overview -

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 is subject to review in line with the 2025/26 pay award.