Recovery Scotland
Recovery Scotland

Charity registered in Scotland SC023353

We provide a range of counselling, community rehabilitation & recovery development services for people affected by substance misuse to help them on their recovery journey.

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Substance Use Recovery Development Team Leader

  • Part time
  • £32,185 – £33,677 pro-rata
  • Airdrie (On site)
  • Closing 11th April 2024

We are seeking a part time Team Leader who is passionate and enthusiastic about recovery and who has a good track record in promoting successful recovery development work, peer support and community development initiatives.

A self-starter, and a highly skilled communicator, you will be pivotal in developing good links between treatment & support services, North Lanarkshire Recovery Community (NLRC) and aftercare provision. Employed by Recovery Scotland, you will be comfortable in working with a range of stakeholders to develop and champion a robust recovery orientated system of care that has peer development at its heart.

Length of contract: Initially to 31 March 2026, thereafter to be determined primarily by the availability of funding and the performance of the post holder.

You will:

  • Have a recognised professional qualification at a minimum of SVQ level 4
  • Have a demonstrable experience in managing a dedicated staff team
  • Have a good understanding of and familiarity with what works to promote and sustain recovery
  • Be successful in providing evidence-based recovery interventions, and
  • Have an ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and developing people in recovery
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Substance Use - Recovery Development Worker

  • Full time or Part time
  • £22,878 – £25,105
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in North Lanarkshire.
  • Closing 8th January 2024

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery?

Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Development Worker to develop, provide and facilitate recovery focussed activities within North Lanarkshire.

Duration: Fixed-term position until 31 March 2026 with possibility of further extension depending on the availability of funds and the performance of the post holder.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of two years stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use – Recovery Worker

  • Full time or Part time
  • £20,560 – £22,255
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in North Lanarkshire.
  • Closing 8th January 2024

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery?

Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Worker to provide and facilitate recovery focussed activities within North Lanarkshire.

Duration: Fixed-term position until 31 March 2026 with possibility of further extension depending on the availability of funds and the performance of the post holder.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of 12 months stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

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This vacancy has now closed

Recovery Development Worker – NFO Forth Valley

  • Full time or Part time
  • £22,320 – £24,493
  • Falkirk Community Hospital
  • Closing 25th July 2023

Near Fatal Overdose (NFO) Support Service – Forth valley

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community and dedicated team that works tirelessly to save lives?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Development Worker to join the Near Fatal Overdose Support Team in Forth Valley, to engage with hard-to-reach individuals who are at risk of overdose due to their substance use, and to support and motivate them to engage with treatment services and recovery focussed activities.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of two years stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

If you are interested in this post please feel free to contact Narek Bido on 07920 234687 for an informal chat.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use - Recovery Development Worker

  • Full time or Part time
  • £22,320 – £24,493
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in North Lanarkshire.
  • Closing 28th July 2023

North Lanarkshire Recovery Community

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Development Worker to provide recovery focussed activities within North Lanarkshire.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of two years stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of two years stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

If you are interested in this post please call Kerryanne Clarke on 07920 234693 or email kaclarke@recoveryscotland.org.uk for an informal chat.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use – Recovery Worker

  • Full time or Part time
  • £20,059 – £21,713
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in North Lanarkshire.
  • Closing 28th July 2023

North Lanarkshire Recovery Community

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Worker to provide recovery focussed activities within North Lanarkshire.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of 12 months stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

If you are interested in this post please call Kerryanne Clarke on 07920 234693 or email kaclarke@recoveryscotland.org.uk for an informal chat.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use – Assistant Recovery Worker

  • Full time or Part time
  • £19,067 – £19,572
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in North Lanarkshire.
  • Closing 28th July 2023

North Lanarkshire Recovery Community

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Recovery Worker to provide recovery focussed activities within North Lanarkshire.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of six months stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

If you are interested in this post please call Kerryanne Clarke on 07920 234693 or email kaclarke@recoveryscotland.org.uk for an informal chat.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance use - Recovery Development Worker - North Lanarkshire Recovery

  • Full time or Part time
  • £22,320 – £24,493
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in North Lanarkshire.
  • Closing 31st May 2023

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Development Worker to provide recovery focussed activities within North Lanarkshire.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of two years stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance use Recovery Worker - North Lanarkshire Recovery Community

  • Full time or Part time
  • £20,059 – £21,713
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in North Lanarkshire.
  • Closing 31st May 2023

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Worker to provide recovery focussed activities within North Lanarkshire.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of 12 months stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance use - Assistant Recovery Worker - North Lanarkshire Recovery Community

  • Full time or Part time
  • £19,067 – £19,572
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in North Lanarkshire.
  • Closing 31st May 2023

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Recovery Worker to provide recovery focussed activities within North Lanarkshire.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, competitive salary, and generous annual leave.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of six months stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use Recovery Development Worker - Assertive Recovery Outreach Service

  • Part time
  • £22,320 – £24,493 pro-rata
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in Forth Valley.
  • Closing 11th April 2023

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Development Worker to join our Assertive Recovery Outreach Team in Forth Valley, to engage with hard-to-reach individuals who are affected by problematic substance use and associated mental health problems, and to support and motivate them to engage with treatment services and recovery focussed activities.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of two years stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

If you are interested in this post please call Peter Cochrane on 07593 549502 or via email pcochrane@recoveryscotland.org.uk for an informal chat.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use Recovery Worker - Assertive Recovery Outreach Service

  • Part time
  • £20,089 – £21,713 pro-rata
  • Recovery Scotland’s premises in Forth Valley.
  • Closing 11th April 2023

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Worker to join our Assertive Recovery Outreach Team in Forth Valley, to engage with hard-to-reach individuals who are affected by problematic substance use and associated mental health problems, and to support and motivate them to engage with treatment services and recovery focussed activities.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of one year stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people is essential.

This post requires an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

If you are interested in this post please call Peter Cochrane on 07593 549502 or via email pcochrane@recoveryscotland.org.uk for an informal chat.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use Recovery Worker - Recovery in Housing Services

  • Full time
  • £20,089 – £21,713
  • Stirling Council - Housing Services & Recovery Scotland Premises in Forth Valley.
  • Closing 12th April 2023

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of an amazing team and a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Worker to provide a range of recovery focussed activities within the Stirling Council – Housing Services and to develop an effective Recovery Peer Mentoring support for individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the community.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of one year stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people in recovery is essential.

This post require an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use Recovery Development Worker - Recovery in Housing Services

  • Full time
  • £22,320 – £24,493
  • Stirling Council - Housing Services & Recovery Scotland Premises in Forth Valley.
  • Closing 12th April 2023

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of an amazing team and a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Worker to provide a range of recovery focussed activities within the Stirling Council – Housing Services and to develop an effective Recovery Peer Mentoring support for individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the community.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of two year’s stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people in recovery is essential.

This post require an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

Shortlist
This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use Recovery Worker - Recovery in Justice Services - Clackmannanshire

  • Part time
  • £20,089 – £21,713 pro-rata
  • Clackmannanshire Council - Justice Services & Recovery Scotland Premises in Forth Valley.
  • Closing 18th April 2023

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a multidisciplinary team and a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Worker to provide a range of recovery focussed activities within the Clackmannanshire Council – Justice Services and to develop an effective Recovery Peer Mentoring support for individuals who affected by problematic substance use and addictive behaviours.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of one year stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people in recovery is essential.

This post require an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults

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This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use Recovery Worker - Recovery in Justice Services - Stirling

  • Part time
  • £20,089 – £21,713 pro-rata
  • Stirling Council - Justice Services & Recovery Scotland Premises in Forth Valley.
  • Closing 23rd January 2023

Are you passionate about helping people sustain their recovery? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of a multidisciplinary team and a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Worker to provide a range of recovery focussed activities within the Stirling Council – Justice Services and to develop an effective Recovery Peer Mentoring support for individuals who affected by problematic substance use and addictive behaviours.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of one year stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people in recovery is essential.

This post require an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

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This vacancy has now closed

Substance Use Recovery Development Team Leader

  • Full time
  • £28,827 – £31,399
  • Forth Valley
  • Closing 18th August 2022

We are seeking someone who is passionate and enthusiastic about recovery and who has a good track record in promoting successful recovery development work, peer support and community development initiatives. A self-starter, and a highly skilled communicator, you will be pivotal in developing good links between treatment & support services, Forth Valley Recovery Community (FVRC) and aftercare provision. Employed by Recovery Scotland, you will be comfortable in working with a range of stakeholders to develop and champion a robust recovery orientated system of care that has peer development at its heart.

Length of contract. Initially to 31 March 2024, thereafter to be determined primarily by the availability of funding.

You will

  • Have a recognised professional qualification at a minimum of SVQ level 4
  • Be successful in managing a dedicated staff team
  • Have a good understanding of and familiarity with what works to promote and sustain recovery
  • Be successful in providing evidence-based recovery interventions, and
  • Have an ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and developing people in recovery
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Counsellor with Women’s Outreach Team

  • Part time
  • £24,897 – £27,563 pro-rata
  • Based in Hamilton and working across South and North Lanarkshire
  • Closing 18th July 2022

We provide a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions and related mental health issues. We are seeking an experienced and competent practitioner to join with our partner agency Circle to support mothers and their families who may be considered at risk of involvement with justice services and who are affected by domestic abuse, substance use and poor mental health.

Based in Hamilton and working across South and North Lanarkshire, as a qualified counsellor you will be passionate about recovery and have a good track record in providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) interventions. You will be competent in undertaking assessments and delivering intensive support to women with complex needs. You will be able to demonstrate a high level of quality throughout all your work. As a team player, you will be comfortable in working in a successful and innovative joint service.

You will

  • have a recognised professional counselling qualification at a minimum of SVQ level 4 and
  • be familiar with managing a busy caseload and in monitoring and recording all aspects of your work, and
  • be familiar with the SSSC Codes of Practice for employees and employers
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Assistant Recovery Worker - Forth Valley and North Lanarkshire

  • Part time
  • £18,026 – £19,283 pro-rata
  • Based at Recovery Scotland’s premises in Falkirk and Airdrie
  • Closing 13th June 2022

Are you passionate about recovery from alcohol and/or drug use or other addictive behaviours?

Do you live in Forth Valley or in North Lanarkshire?

Do you want to be part of a vibrant recovery community and gain employment?

If so, please read on…

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations. We are champions of developing local recovery communities. We are looking to appoint two Assistant Recovery Workers to provide recovery focussed activities within Forth Valley and North Lanarkshire.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had a minimum of six-month stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery from addiction. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people in recovery is required. The post require an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidate must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

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Income Generation and Business Development Manager

  • Full time
  • £31,560 – £34,264
  • Based at Recovery Scotland’s main office in Falkirk.
  • Closing 9th May 2022

Are you a highly motivated professional with a proven track record of successful fundraising and business development skills? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of an amazing team and a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975. Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations. We are starting a new chapter in our organisation’s journey and are looking to appoint an Income Generation and Business Development Manager to develop and implement our mid-to-long term fundraising, business development, and communication strategies.

You will have

  • A recognised professional qualification to a minimum of SVQ level 4 or equivalent.
  • Minimum three years of demonstrable experience and proven track record of successful fundraising.
  • Experience of writing tendering applications.
  • Experience of developing, implementing and managing income generation, business development and communications strategies.
  • The ability to work at strategic level in order to achieve desired outcomes.
  • The ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating and supporting volunteers for fundraising activities.
  • A dynamic personality with the high level of professionalism and excellent persuasion and influencing skills.
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Recovery Worker – Housing

  • Full time
  • £18,026 – £24,131
  • Forth Valley
  • Closing 12th April 2022

Are you in recovery from problematic substance use or other addictive behaviours? Do you live in Forth Valley? Do you want to be part of a dynamic recovery community and gain employment?

If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of an amazing team and a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975.

Recovery Scotland is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions. We provide opportunities to help people change their addictive behaviours, engage with recovery communities and fulfil their aspirations.

We are looking to appoint a Recovery Worker to provide a range of recovery focussed activities within the Falkirk Housing-First project and to develop an effective Recovery Peer Mentoring support individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the community.

Full time 35 hours per week. Some unsocial hours, including occasional weekend and evening work might be required.

Salary: depending on experience and qualifications.

  • £21,991 - £24,131 (SPS 23 - 26) for qualification bar SVQ3 or equivalent
  • £18,026 - £19,283 (SPS 15 - 18) for qualification bar up to SVQ2 or equivalent

Based at Falkirk Housing Services & Recovery Scotland Premises in Forth Valley.

Duration: limited-term position until 31 March 2023 with the possibility of further extension depending on the availability of funds and the performance of the post holder.

You will be passionate and enthusiastic about recovery. If in recovery, we are looking for you to have had aminimum of one year’s stability from problematic substance use or addictive behaviours. You will have a good understanding of the impact that substance use can have on individuals, families and communities and you will be familiar with what works to promote and sustain recovery. An ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and encouraging people in recovery is essential.

This post require an enhanced disclosure. Successful candidates must undertake a satisfactory Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Record for Restricted Work with Protected Adults.

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Recovery Worker - Education, Support & Training

  • Part time
  • £24,289 – £26,891 pro-rata
  • Stirling and working across Forth Valley
  • Closing 15th July 2021

Looking for a challenging and rewarding post? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a meaningful and rewarding role where your actions will make a difference to people’s lives and to the community. Be part of an amazing team and a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults since 1975. ASC is a charity dedicated to providing a range of recovery focussed services and activities for people affected by addictions and associated mental health problems.

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled practitioner who can join us in helping vulnerable people to:

  • support their mental wellbeing
  • sustain their recovery
  • acquire employability skills through further education and training opportunities
  • empower them to reintegrate into the wider society

Based in Stirling and working across Forth Valley, you will work closely with tutors from the Forth Valley College, employability training providers, housing, social services and treatment services, creating a package of support for our service users to work towards positive outcomes.

You will use your assessment, care planning and intervention skills to process referrals and to provide a range of individual and group- based support including psycho-educational interventions, relapse prevention and the development of coping strategies to overcome barriers to change. You will be committed to using CBT techniques through a person centred approach and competent in monitoring and recording all aspects of your work.

Length of contract. Fixed term until 31 July 2024, thereafter to be determined primarily by the availability of funding.

You will

  • have a recognised professional qualification to a minimum of SVQ level 4 in an appropriate profession
  • have a recognised award or qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), or be willing to obtain an award within 3 months of commencing employment
  • be successful in providing evidence-based interventions, and
  • have an ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and developing people in recovery
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Counsellor with Women’s Outreach Team

  • Part time
  • £24,289 – £26,891 pro-rata
  • Hamilton
  • Closing 14th June 2021

We provide a range of recovery focussed services for people affected by addictions and related mental health issues. We are seeking an experienced and competent practitioner to join with our partner agency Circle in supporting mothers and their families affected by parental involvement in the criminal justice system.

Based in Hamilton and working across South and North Lanarkshire, as a qualified counsellor you will be passionate about recovery and have a good track record in providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) interventions. You will be competent in undertaking assessments and delivering intensive support to women with complex needs. You will be able to demonstrate a high level of quality throughout all your work. As a team player, you will be comfortable in working in a successful and innovative joint service that is a proven alternative to custody. You will have a recognised professional counselling qualification at a minimum of SVQ level 4 and be familiar with managing a busy caseload and in monitoring and recording all aspects of your work, and be familiar with the SSSC Codes of Practice for employees and employers.

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Substance Use Recovery Development Team Leader

  • Full time or Part time
  • £27,709 – £30,181
  • Falkirk
  • Closing 13th May 2021

We are seeking someone who is passionate and enthusiastic about recovery and who has a good track record in promoting successful recovery development work, peer support and community development initiatives. A self-starter, and a highly skilled communicator, you will be pivotal in developing good links between treatment & support services, Forth Valley Recovery Community (FVRC) and aftercare provision. Employed by ASC, you will be comfortable in working with a range of stakeholders to develop and champion a robust recovery orientated system of care that has peer development at its heart.

Length of contract: Initially to 31 March 2023, thereafter to be determined primarily by the availability of funding.

You will:

  • Have a recognised professional qualification at a minimum of SVQ level 4
  • Be successful in managing a dedicated staff team
  • Have a good understanding of and familiarity with what works to promote and sustain recovery
  • Be successful in providing evidence-based recovery interventions, and
  • Have an ability to work flexibly and creatively in motivating, supporting and developing people in recovery
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