We’re looking for a Counselling Coordinator to lead a highly skilled team of counsellors supporting people to address stimulant drug taking. The aim is to reduce harm and to address associated physical and mental health problems without judgement.

In this role you’ll take forward the monitoring, evaluation, and on-going development of this unique service. You’ll liaise with other agencies, and work constructively and supportively with the Counselling team and wider Crew teams.

We’re looking for an individual who can deal positively with change and to work under pressure. You will be well-organised with excellent time management and leadership skills. This is a challenging role within a values-driven organisation offering flexible working and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people who take stimulant drugs.

Do you want to work for a caring organisation that believes in people?

Do you want to make a difference?

As a Recovery Coordinator with Change Grow Live you’ll work with people who use our services, helping them get to where they want to be.

With this role you’ll be working as part of West Lothian Recovery Service

The team supports people with their drug and/or alcohol issues.

No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key.

You’ll have to record information about what you do, so enjoying a bit of paperwork and attention to detail is important. But most of the time you’ll be enjoying working with people from all backgrounds, making a difference to their lives.

This is what one of our Recovery Co-ordinators had to say.

“Seeing people move in their treatment journey and seeing a zest in life coming back in their lives is so rewarding”.

Do you want to work for a caring organisation that believes in people?

Do you want to make a difference?

As a Recovery Coordinator with Change Grow Live Assertive Outreach Service you’ll work with people who use our services, helping them get to where they want to be.

Use of your own car is essential for this role.

With this role you’ll be working as part of Assertive Outreach Team.

The team supports people with their or their loved ones’ drug and/or alcohol issues.

No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key.

You’ll have to record information about what you do, so enjoying a bit of paperwork and attention to detail is important. But most of the time you’ll be enjoying working with people from all backgrounds, making a difference to their lives.

This is what one of our Recovery Co-ordinators/people who use our service had to say, “Seeing people move in their treatment journey and seeing a zest in life coming back in their lives is so rewarding”.

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