Brief Intervention Worker

Overview

At Change Grow Live, we are a passionate charity committed to empowering individuals to make meaningful changes in their lives. Our mission is to provide support, respect, and compassion in a safe and inclusive environment. We treat every individual as unique, working alongside them to discover the right treatment and care options to help them thrive.

We live by our core values: Be open, be compassionate, and be bold. These values guide us in our mission to help people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and reach their full potential.

We're looking for a Brief Intervention Worker who is resilient, adaptable, and motivated to make a real difference. In this role, you'll work with individuals facing substance misuse challenges, helping them access the right support and interventions at the right time. No two days will be the same, and you'll have the chance to build meaningful connections and create life-changing opportunities for the people we support.

Location: Coventry

Full-Time Hours: 37.5 hours per week spread over 7 days with weekend work being on rota

Full-Time Salary Range: £25, £27,861.26 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours)

Contract Type: Permanent

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with individuals experiencing substance misuse challenges, offering advice, support, and recovery-focused interventions.
• Conduct personalised assessments to identify the best pathways for structured treatment.
• Coordinate clinical assessments with the nursing team as needed.
• Liaise with partner agencies to ensure seamless service user engagement.
• Deliver robust harm-reduction advice and brief interventions during the triage process.
• Maintain and update the referral-in spreadsheet.
• Proactively manage any safeguarding concerns that arise during the triage process.

About YouWe're seeking a proactive and compassionate individual with:

• A solid understanding of substance misuse and experience in a similar field.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with strong IT proficiency.
• The ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise competing demands.
• A flexible approach, with the capacity to occasionally work late evenings.
• A willingness to conduct home visits where needed, making a valid driver's license an advantage.
• Knowledge of mental health interventions and best practices.
• A team-oriented mindset, with the ability to collaborate with diverse professionals and stakeholders.
• A commitment to safeguarding and adherence to information governance processes.
• A drive for continuous learning and professional growth, including supporting the development of colleagues.

What We OfferAt Change Grow Live, we believe in taking care of our team so they can focus on what they do best. We offer:

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), increasing with length of service (capped at 30 days).
• A paid wellness hour each week, access to a wellness hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• A contributory pension scheme.
• A range of benefits, including discounts on shopping, cinema, holidays, and more.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Training and development opportunities to help you progress in your career.
• A refer-a-friend scheme with generous vouchers for successful referrals.

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.

Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.

Please note: 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.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible

Salary Range (pro rata if part time)CGL points 19 to 23 (£25, £27,861.26)
ILW / OLW /FringeN/A - Outside London Weighting Area
Closing Date12/12/2025
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:Craig Henderson |
 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

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