Do you want to make a real difference at the point where change matters most?
We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate Criminal Justice Recovery Worker to join our integrated drug and alcohol service in East Kent.
You’ll work with adults affected by substance misuse, delivering client-centred psychosocial interventions using both harm reduction and abstinence-based approaches. The role sits at the heart of Criminal Justice pathways, supporting individuals referred from courts, police custody and prisons.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting clients referred through Criminal Justice routes
- Carrying out risk, initial and comprehensive assessments
- Delivering 1:1 sessions and group programmes
- Acting as a Single Point of Contact for CJ communication within your hub
- Developing, reviewing and coordinating care plans and risk management
- Ensuring compliance with court orders, testing, supervision and reporting
- Working closely with Probation, Housing, Healthcare, Employment and CRC partners
- Supporting continuity of care across East Kent services
What we’re looking for
- Experience working with substance misuse and complex needs
- Confidence managing Criminal Justice caseloads
- Strong communication and multi-agency working skills
- Ability to meet KPIs and evidence outcomes
- A flexible, proactive and solution-focused approach
You’ll be part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team delivering meaningful, outcome-focused work with people at key points in their recovery journey.
We offer reflective supervision, ongoing training and development, and the opportunity to work within a values-led organisation committed to quality, safety and partnership working, where your contribution genuinely makes a difference.
Please see the attached Job Description for full details