Recovery Worker

Overview:
**Seeking a Residential Housing Support Recovery Worker**

**Be a part of something life-changing.**
At _Change Grow Live_, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to change their direction, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We’re a charity that puts people first—whether that’s the individuals we support or our incredible colleagues.

We’re currently looking for a compassionate and organised **Residential Housing Support Recovery Worker** to join our **Kent Recovery Houses** team. These recovery-focused homes provide structured accommodation and person-centred support for adults who are abstinent from drugs and alcohol and committed to their ongoing recovery.

As a key member of the team, you’ll support residents in building independence, maintaining abstinence, and preparing to move on to longer-term housing. You’ll also help manage the practical elements of supported housing—from tenancy agreements and rent accounts to health and safety and maintenance.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in supported housing or recovery services, who is ready to bring their skills, empathy, and energy to a team that’s transforming lives every day.

**Full Time Hours**:37.5 per week

**Full time Salary Range**: £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 (Dependent on experience, pro rata for part time hours).
- 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**:
**You’ll also**:
- Carry out regular health & safety and property checks- Liaise with maintenance teams and external housing bodies- Support residents in accessing move-on housing and community resources- Work as part of a passionate team who are driven by compassion and hope

This role is based across our Folkestone and Canterbury projects.

**About you**:
You’ll be someone who is committed to empowering people on their recovery journeys and confident working in a structured housing environment. You’ll bring both **compassion** and **practicality**, with a strong understanding of housing legislation, welfare benefits, and health & safety compliance.

**We’re especially looking for people who have**:
- Experience in supported accommodation, housing management, or social housing- Knowledge of tenancy agreements and rent arrears processes- A flexible approach and strong team ethic- Experience in substance misuse, social care, or recovery work (desirable)- The ability to travel between Folkestone and Canterbury as needed

**What you’ll get from us**:
- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), increasing with service- Paid ‘Wellness Hour’ every week- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Wellness Hub- Training and career development opportunities- Discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays and more- A friendly and supportive workplace where your voice matters
- Refer a Friend scheme

**Join a team that helps people rebuild their lives.**

We’re proud to be a values-led organisation and an inclusive employer. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, identities, and lived experiences. If you’re passionate about making a difference and committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces where people can thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

Interviews will be held either on 23rd or 24th Spetember 2025