Believe in People? The best people have one thing in common. They care. At Change Grow Live, we're driven by the belief that we can truly impact the lives of our service users. We offer a safe, supportive environment, honoring each individual and working collaboratively to identify the best treatment and care options. Our core values - 'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold' - guide us daily as we help people reshape their lives, grow as individuals, and embrace life to the fullest. Are you experienced, skilled, and passionate about making a meaningful difference? We're seeking a dedicated Aftercare Practitioner to join our Walsall Team. With this role you’ll be working as part of The Groupwork Team. The practitioner will be involved with holding cases that are stepped down from structured treatment into recovery support to support with building recovery capital and reduce representations and also to increase group provision and sit alongside the existing Recovery Teams. Where: Walsall Full Time Hours : 30 per week Full Time Salary : £27,861.26 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience, pro rata for part time hours Contract Type: Fixed term until 31st March 2026 About the Role: Help individuals to develop recovery resources and access peer and mutual support groups to develop their own recovery capital Aftercare care coordinator overseeing assigned groups of service users Support the development of service based recovery communities Triage assessment and onward referral to a range of treatment/community support agencies Carry out risk assessments and risk management Carry out comprehensive service user assessments, including asset mapping of community resources and develop individual recovery plans Work with prescribing clinicians to support substitute prescribing regimes to improve social functioning To assist and carry out appropriate screening processes including DBST, urine and saliva tests, after completion of appropriate training or demonstration of relevant experience To carry out key harm reduction strategies such as running of the Needle Exchange and distribution of Naloxone, after completion of appropriate training or demonstration of relevant experience What we are looking for : Excellent understanding of drug and alcohol issues and experience of working within a related field Accomplished written and verbal communication skills and a high degree of personal IT competency The ability to accurately update and maintain records in a timely fashion and to work to deadlines for the submission of information, e.g. reports Excellent time management skills, and an ability to work on own initiative, prioritising accordingly Good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services and good practice Ability to liaise and work in partnership with a wide range of professionals and agencies What We Offer: 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing by one day for each year of service for the first 5 years. A dedicated 'Wellness' hour each week, access to a 'Wellness' hub, and an Employee Assistance Programme. Participation in a contributory pension scheme. A wide range of benefits, including discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, and more. A warm and supportive team environment. Extensive training, career development, and progression opportunities. Generous refer a friend scheme. If this resonates with you and you're eager to embark on a fulfilling journey with Change Grow Live, we'd be delighted to connect with you. 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. If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) 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. CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) N/A - Outside London Weighting Area 8/4/2025 31/3/2025 Clare Temprell | clare.temprellcgl.org.uk | 07469355949 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.