Community Recovery Worker in Great Yarmouth

Join to apply for the Community Recovery Worker role at Change Grow Live, a charity that believes we can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. We provide compassionate, person‑centred support in a safe and inclusive environment, working collaboratively to help individuals access the right treatment and care options and achieve their goals.

We are looking for a Community Recovery Worker to join our vibrant Great Yarmouth service. The role involves working from our hub and from the community, partnering with agencies such as local hostels to provide tailored support for individuals facing substance use challenges, with additional barriers such as physical health issues, language needs, or no recourse to public funds (NRPF).

Location & Working Hours

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £27,861.26 – £32,002.35 competitive with experience (pro‑rata for part‑time)
Contract: Permanent
Driving licence and vehicle access required due to travel demands.

Responsibilities

• Build trust and support recovery, guiding individuals from first contact through assessment, planning, and onward referrals.
• Promote growth and independence by encouraging resilience, peer connections, and self‑determination.
• Reduce harm and foster community integration, helping reduce risks associated with substance use.
• Advocate for individuals to access services and resources, ensuring no barriers stand in their way.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate group activities that are creative, impactful, and tailored to those you support.

Qualifications

• Lived experience or deep understanding of substance use challenges, providing a unique perspective and empathy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including listening, clear communication, and willingness to learn new IT skills.
• Proactive, eager to learn, able to manage time effectively and embrace challenges with a positive outlook.
• Awareness of mental health and recovery, with a passion for expanding knowledge in these areas.
• Team‑oriented, collaborative, building strong relationships with professionals, stakeholders, and community members.
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality, eager to grow, improve, and contribute to team success.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday pro‑rata (plus bank holidays), increasing up to 30 days with length of service.
• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week and access to a dedicated Wellness Hub.
• Employee Assistance Programme and staff discounts for shopping, cinema, and more.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Refer‑a‑friend scheme with voucher reward for successful candidates.

Application Process

Please submit a direct application only; we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. When completing your application and supporting statement, reflect on the details outlined above to demonstrate how your skills and experiences align with the role’s requirements.

Eligibility & Visa

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship; we cannot support new visa applications or extensions for applicants holding time‑limited visas.

Legal Notice

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. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.