What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volunteer Recovery Support Worker position at Change Grow Live?
Overview
Making the decision to enter treatment can be an intimidating experience for the people we support. You can make a difference.
As a Volunteer Recovery Worker with Change Grow Live you’ll work with people who use our services, helping them get to where they want to be.
Responsibilities
With this role you’ll be working as part of Spectrum East Cluster Team, based in Hertford Town, Herts
Volunteering as a Recovery Support Volunteer you will have the opportunity to work alongside our Recovery Coordinators gaining hands on experience whilst supporting them with their caseloads. With full training and ongoing support, you’ll gradually take responsibility for a small caseload of low-risk individuals – playing a meaningful role in their recovery journey.
We are looking for someone who is tech-savvy, a natural communicator and understands the challenges faced by the people we support.
What You’ll Get Out of Volunteering
- Personal Growth – Build confidence, learn new skills, share your expertise and gain hands-on experience in health and social care.
- Career Development – Access training, gain insight into the sector, and boost your CV for future opportunities.
- Make a Difference – Support people in their recovery and help create safer, healthier communities.
- Flexible Opportunities – Fit volunteering around your schedule with a variety of roles available.
- Join a supportive team – Work alongside passionate, friendly people who share your values.
- Feel Valued – Your time and effort will be recognised and appreciated.
- Travel expenses - reimburse all reasonable out of pocket expenses incurred in travelling to the place of volunteering and whilst carrying out any voluntary activities.
Whether you can commit a few hours a week or want to get more involved, volunteering with Change Grow Live is a rewarding and meaningful experience.
We are committed to creating an environment that respects and values diversity, with a positive and supportive culture where everyone feels welcome, empowered, and represented.
Interested? Please get in touch - we’d love to hear from you!
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
Thomas Wright | thomas.wright@cgl.org.uk | 07881 335226Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.