Position
Aftercare Recovery Worker (Fixed Term, 12 months)
Location
West Kent
Working Hours
Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type
Fixed Term, 12 months from start date
Responsibilities
- Support the service user to connect with activities, support to sustain recovery, and reach their goals set out in their aftercare plan (e.g. training, employment support).
- Facilitate post‑treatment groups across West Kent in community settings, outside of CGL hubs, to support individuals in progressing their recovery journey independently of services.
- Provide service users with information on options available to them within the service and in their communities.
- Collaborate with the Tier 4 Worker, Locality Leads, and Partnership Lead to engage partner agencies that service users can access for support following treatment.
- Build positive relationships with aftercare providers to ensure recovery support is available to support post‑Rehab early abstinence (e.g., Build on Belief, Reach out & Recover, Fellowship Groups, Aspire2be, SMART).
- Work collaboratively with the Service User Inclusion Worker to understand post‑treatment needs, ensuring the voices and preferences of service users are heard and reflected.
- Working with Peer Mentors/Volunteers to provide Recovery Check‑Ins.
Qualifications & Experience
- Excellent knowledge of inpatient detox and residential services.
- Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams and fostering positive relationships with partner agencies and external providers.
- Experience of working with people at all stages of their treatment journey and an in-depth knowledge of the importance that group work and aftercare support offers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide effective advocacy when needed.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: CGL points 23 to 28 (£28,557.79 – £32,802.41).
- 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing by one day for each year of service for the first 5 years.
- A dedicated “Wellness” hour each week, access to a “Wellness” hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Participation in a contributory pension scheme.
- Wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.
- Warm and supportive team environment.
- Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities.
- Generous refer‑a‑friend scheme.
Eligibility
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.
Other Information
- This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Aftercare Recovery Worker in Maidstone employer: Change Grow Live
Change Grow Live is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and compassionate work culture that prioritises the well-being of both employees and service users. Located in Bromley, this role provides meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth, with a focus on making a positive impact in the community. Employees benefit from a competitive salary, generous leave, and the chance to collaborate with dedicated professionals in the field of recovery support.
