Criminal Justice Recovery Specialist

5 days ago


North Tyneside, United Kingdom Changing Lives Full time
About Us

At Changing Lives, we're dedicated to empowering individuals to overcome life's challenges and thrive. Our nationwide charity provides a supportive environment for people to make positive change and achieve a better life.

Our Mission

We believe that everyone deserves a safe home, a fulfilling career, and a life free from addiction or abuse. Our services cater to those facing complex challenges, including homelessness, substance abuse, and involvement with the criminal justice system.

Our Approach

We take a trauma-informed, strength-based approach to support individuals in making positive changes to their lifestyle. Our team of passionate professionals delivers psycho-social interventions, empowering clients to overcome their problems and live safe, successful lives.

About the Role

We're seeking a dynamic and compassionate Criminal Justice Recovery Worker to join our team. As a key member of our team, you'll engage and support individuals involved in the criminal justice sector, providing advice and encouragement to access recovery-oriented support. Your goal will be to reduce re-offending and promote positive change.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver trauma-informed, strength-based interventions to support individuals in making positive changes to their lifestyle.
  • Build professional relationships with external organizations involved in supervision, care, and treatment.
  • Provide advice and encouragement to access recovery-oriented support.
  • Work effectively, independently, and as a virtual team to meet challenging deadlines.
What We Offer

We're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy:

  • 25 days annual leave + 2 Wellbeing days + Birthday day off + 8 Bank Holidays (pro-rata'd for reduced hours working)
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Death in service x2 salary benefit
  • Access to employee benefit platform
  • Employee savings plan


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