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Join Our Newham Team as a Criminal Justice Recovery Coordinator
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 are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and we apply them daily to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live fully.
Location Newham
Hours Full Time, 37.5 hrs per week
Contract Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2027
Role Overview
You will work across various Criminal Justice settings based on service needs, including courts, probation offices, and prisons. Responsibilities include completing assessments, managing the prison release process, supporting individuals on probation, liaising with courts, facilitating voluntary referrals from the police, and possibly group facilitation. Your functions will be assigned according to service requirements. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in data recording are required.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver Holistic Support – Engage with 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 – 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 service users, but to the wider community.
- Inclusive Engagement – Foster involvement from carers, service users, and the community, ensuring everyone’s 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 – Strong grasp of substance misuse issues and experience working in similar fields.
- Clear Communication – Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and 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 – Supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills, comfortable collaborating with a range of professionals and stakeholders.
- Adaptable – Ability to manage change effectively, prioritising the needs of service users.
- Committed to Best Practices – Understanding of information governance processes and dedication to applying safeguards.
- Continuous Learner – Enthusiastic about learning opportunities and contributing to the development of others.
What We Offer
- Wellness – Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week, access to a ‘Wellness’ hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Time Off – Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays, increasing yearly for the first five years.
- Financial Benefits – Contributory pension scheme and discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.
- Refer a Friend Scheme – Receive a voucher when a friend successfully joins our team.
- Growth Opportunities – Support for training, career development, and progression.
- Supportive Environment – Friendly team that values collaboration and support.
Requirements
Successful candidates must complete an enhanced DBS check and police / probation / prison vetting clearance. The role is not eligible for visa sponsorship; applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.
Salary
CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 – £32,002.35) plus Inner London Weighting of £4,133.14.
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