Chemsex Recovery Worker - St Albans
Overview:
Change Grow Live are 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 are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential.
CGL is a fully integrated service responsible for delivering a range of interventions and we are currently seeking a Chemsex Recovery Worker to join our passionate and dedicated team.
Where: HertfordshireFull Time Hours: 37.5 per week
Full Time Salary Range: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (pro rata for part time hours)
Allowance: Outer Fringe Weighting £694.25 (paid pro rata)
Contract: This is a fixed term contract until the 31st March 2026.
- Please note: 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:
About the role:
- Support individuals engaging in or impacted by those engaged in Chemsex
- Co-develop and deliver workshops covering ham reduction and relapse prevention skills specific to LGBTQiA+ individuals engaging in Chemsex
- Deliver outreach and support at partner locations, including local sexual health services, live sex venues and LGBTQiA+ community venues
- Build relationships and collaborations within the sexual health and drug & alcohol sector
- Deliver assessments and care planning to support LGBTQIA+ individuals in meeting individual goals
About you:
- Demonstrable relevant experience in crisis support/intervention, key working/case management, group facilitation and peer-led interventions
- Experience in the field of substance misuse or a related field is preferred but we will welcome applications from all backgrounds if you share our values and are committed to learn
- Specific knowledge of the substance use and sexual health needs of LGBTQiA+ individuals
- Have a flair for developing productive multidisciplinary relationships
- Experience of defining, developing, implementing, and evaluating interventions and services
- An ability to collaborate with people from a wide range of backgrounds in a variety of settings in a respectful and empowering way
What we will give to you:
- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days”
- 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
- Refer a friend scheme and receive £250 in vouchers if candidate is successful.
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.
If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35)
ILW / OLW /Fringe: Outer Fringe (£694.25)
Closing Date: 22/5/2025
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:: Pinder Chaggar | pinder.chaggar@cgl.org.uk | 07881335193
: This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.