Female Prison In-Reach Recovery Worker

Change Grow Live is a charity committed to making a real difference in the lives of the people we support. Our core values – Be open, be compassionate, and be bold – guide everything we do. We believe in treating everyone as an individual, providing support with respect and care, and working together to create meaningful change.

We are looking for a Female Prison In-Reach Recovery Worker to join our team. With this role you’ll be working as part of the RISE team, based in Southall. Your role will focus on identifying, engaging and supporting service users with drug and/or alcohol needs, delivering targeted interventions and robust release planning to reduce substance misuse, re-offending and associated harm.

You will work closely with prisons, probation services, and community-based providers to ensure seamless transitions and timely access to appropriate support on release.

Location: Southall

Contract Type: Fixed Term Conract until 31st March 2027

*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.

About the role

• Act as a key liaison between prison in-reach teams and community drug/alcohol services to support continuity of care, shared case management, and coordinated risk reduction planning.
• Carry out prison-based screenings, initial assessments, and risk assessments, developing recovery plans in partnership with service users prior to release.
• Provide harm reduction education, overdose prevention, and relapse management planning with service users in custody and following release into the community.
• Deliver and promote Naloxone provision pre- and post-release, and train service users and peers in its use where appropriate.
• Conduct home visits, hostel visits, and community outreach as needed to maintain engagement, particularly with high-risk individuals and those at risk of disengagement.
• Work collaboratively with police, probation, mental health, housing, and social care partners to address the complex needs of high-risk service users and promote recovery and rehabilitation.

About you

Please note for this role, it is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010 for the successful applicant to be female.

• Empathy and Understanding: A strong grasp of substance misuse issues and experience working within the Criminal Justice field
• Clear Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with 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: A supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills, comfortable collaborating with a range of professionals and stakeholders.
• Adaptable: Ability to manage change effectively, always prioritising the needs of our service users.
• Committed to Best Practices: Understanding of information governance processes and dedication to applying all necessary safeguards.
• Continuous Learner: Enthusiastic about seeking out learning opportunities and contributing to the development of others.
• Approved for Restricted Institutional Access: The successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and obtain HMPPS security clearance

What We Offer

• Enjoy a dedicated weekly Wellness Hour, access to our Wellness Hub, and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental and emotional health.
• We’re committed to your development, with extensive training, funded learning, and pathways into senior or specialist roles.
• Benefit from transparent pay, a contributory pension scheme, and additional support through our wellbeing resources.
• Start with 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays(pro rata), increasing to the maximum 30 days over five years of service.
• Join a supportive, values-led team where you’ll feel encouraged and valued from your very first day.
• Where possible, we’re open to discussing working patterns that help you maintain a healthy work–life balance.
• Enjoy discounts on shopping, cinema trips, holidays and more, along with our Refer a Friend scheme.

Please read Job Description for a more detailed out line of responsibilities and Person Specifications 

If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you.

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.