Bric Co-production Worker

Overview:
**Believe in People?**

**The best people have one thing in common.**

**They care.**

At Change Grow Live, we are passionate about making a real difference in the lives of the people we support. We provide a safe, supportive environment, where we work hand-in-hand with each individual to identify the most effective treatment and care options. Guided by our core values - **Be open, be compassionate, and be bold -**we help people transform their lives, foster personal growth, and fully embrace life’s opportunities.

We have an exciting opportunity**: BRIC Co-Production Worker**

As a Co-Production Worker, based in Barking & Dagenham, you will play a pivotal role in supporting recovery communities, helping individuals build recovery capital, and fostering a healthier, more connected community.

Barking & Dagenham is a vibrant and rapidly growing borough in East London, known for its rich history and diverse community. The area is undergoing significant regeneration, with new housing developments, a university campus, and even plans for a film studio. Working for Change, Grow, Live (CGL) in Barking and Dagenham, specifically at St. Luke’s Service, offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community. The team provides vital support for individuals struggling with drug and alcohol issues, offering tailored treatment plans and a compassionate approach.

**Full Time Hours**: 37.5 per week

**Full Time Salary Range**: £27,861.26- £32,002.35 Pro Rata for part time hours

**Allowance**: £2,195.72 Outer London Weighting (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, allowances and holidays will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

**Responsibilities**:
**About the role**:

- Coordinate recovery community development, providing tailored support through one-on-one sessions and group activities.
- Promote healthier lifestyles and support individuals in abstinence-based or medically assisted recovery.
- Work across multiple locations, collaborating with partner agencies to ensure flexible service provision.
- Develop innovative resources and build strong relationships with local recovery services and partners.
- Empower those accessing treatment by building links with mutual aid and community groups.
- Promote initiatives that reduce harm, increase each individual's choice, and provide meaningful growth opportunities.
- Collaborate with volunteers, peer mentors, and service users to raise awareness of recovery activities.
- Shape the future of recovery services by identifying areas for development and ensuring high-quality interventions.
- Help individuals in recovery rebuild their lives, strengthen community ties, and achieve lasting success.
- Help empower people, and create supportive networks that truly make a difference.

**About you**:

- Strong understanding of delivering high-quality services.
- In-depth knowledge of psychosocial interventions (MI, CBT, BSFT, Relapse Avoidance, ITEP Mapping).
- Experience in recovery coordination and substance misuse treatment.
- Familiarity with peer-led initiatives and partnership working with statutory and voluntary agencies.
- Experience delivering training.
- Excellent change management and partnership-building abilities.
- Clear communication skills for engaging individuals and groups.
- Strong interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
- Solid administrative and reporting abilities.

**What we will give to you**:

- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service
- Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
- Contributory pension scheme
- A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
- A friendly and supportive team
- Training, career development & progression opportunities

**If you're passionate about recovery and driven to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you Together, we can create a brighter, more inclusive future for all.**