Recovery Worker

At Gordon Moody, we believe in second chances and building lives free from gambling harm. As the UK’s leading charity for gambling- related harm support, we offer specialist residential treatment and holistic care to those most affected. Join our passionate team and help people turn their lives around.

The Role

We're looking for a Recovery Worker to support individuals through their rehabilitation journey. You'll work closely with residents, therapists, and partner agencies to ensure each person receives the tailored care they need to recover and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support and coordinate individual care plans
• Help service users register with GPs, access benefits, and attend appointments
• Facilitate and support recovery-focused group sessions
• Carry out health & safety checks, room inductions, and drug/alcohol testing
• Support life skills development (e.g. cooking, budgeting, cleaning)
• Liaise with external services to ensure a smooth transition after treatment
• Keep accurate records using our care management system

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Experience in a residential, hostel, or care setting
• Strong communication and care coordination skills
• Ability to work with vulnerable people in a supportive way
• IT skills and confident with record keeping
• Flexible approach to shift work (some evenings/weekends)

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it)
• Experience working with addiction (e.g. gambling, drugs, alcohol)
• Familiarity with safeguarding and risk management
• Group facilitation or therapeutic support skills

Please note that we may close this vacancy at any time should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.