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Recovery Worker

Turning Point

Burbage, HinckleyView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£25,870 to £30,265

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will act as a key worker for people with substance use issues, meeting them regularly and helping set goals. The role suits someone who enjoys supporting others, listens well and works well in a team.

What you'll need

Experience supporting people with substance use or similar challenges
Good listening and clear communication skills
Ability to keep confidential records accurately
Basic computer skills for updating client notes
Willingness to work full‑time in the Hinckley area

How to boost your chances

Read about Turning Point’s services so you can show genuine interest
Prepare examples of times you helped someone set and reach goals
Highlight any health or social care experience on your CV
Practice answering questions about confidentiality and boundaries
Plan your travel route to the Hinckley Hub before the interview

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Job description

Job Introduction An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Turning Point’s Leicestershire and Rutland Substance Use Services as a Recovery Worker based within our Hinckley Team at our Hinckley Hub. Role Responsibility Recovery Workers act as ‘key workers’ to a caseload of service users, supporting them to decide their goals around treatment and develop plans to achieve these. The role includes maintaining regular contact with your clients, offering advice, information and psycho-social interve…