Salary: £26,971 – £30,339 (per annum)
35 hours per week
About the role:
This role is at the heart of our community. It’s about connection, compassion, and using your lived experience to make a genuine difference in people’s lives.
As a Harm Reduction Support Worker, you’ll be part of a proactive outreach team supporting people who use substances to stay safer, reduce harm, and move towards recovery in a way that feels right for them.
You’ll bring your own lived experience as a powerful tool — offering understanding, hope, and relatability that helps people feel seen, heard, and supported.
At Recovery Connections, we believe lived experience is not just valuable — it’s vital.
An application form must be completed to apply for this role. Please head over to our website to download a form https://recoveryconnections.org.uk/job/harm-reduction-worker-sto-2/
What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting People
- Build trusting, authentic relationships with people in the community
- Offer emotional, practical and peer-led support based on lived experience
- Help people explore their goals, needs and choices without judgement
- Support people to reduce risk and stay safer in their day-to-day lives
Harm Reduction & Health
- Deliver harm reduction interventions tailored to individual needs
- Provide accessible health information and education
- Support people to access screening, treatment and other services
- Help people recognise and reduce behaviours that may put them at risk
Connecting People to the Right Support
- Link people into services such as housing, healthcare, recovery, and social care
- Build and maintain strong relationships with partner organisations
- Advocate for people and support them to navigate systems
Promoting Recovery & Peer Support
- Encourage peer-led recovery and community connection
- Share knowledge, encourage mutual support and build community networks
- Use the CHIME recovery model (Hope, Identity, Meaning, Empowerment) in your work
Safe, Ethical Practice
- Work within clear boundaries and professional standards
- Support people to understand their rights and responsibilities
- Maintain confidentiality while ensuring safety for all
Our Approach
We work in a way that is:
- Trauma-informed
- Strengths-based
- Led by lived experience
- Non-judgemental and inclusive
Everything we do is rooted in dignity, respect and the belief that recovery looks different for everyone.
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About You
This role isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about connection, empathy, and belief in people.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has lived experience of substance use and recovery
- Is compassionate, open and non-judgemental
- Can build trust and communicate in an authentic, relatable way
- Is able to reflect on their own journey and maintain healthy boundaries
- Is motivated to support others to stay safe and move forward
Skills & Strengths
You’ll bring:
- Strong communication skills, including active listening and empathy
- Ability to support people in crisis or challenging situations
- Confidence in offering practical advice and coping strategies
- A team-focused approach and commitment to safety
- Good organisation and time management skills
What Matters Most to Us
We’re looking for someone who:
- Treats people with dignity, respect and compassion
- Values diversity and inclusion
- Works in a non-judgemental, person-centred way
- Believes in people’s ability to change and grow
- Understands the importance of self-care and reflection
What We Offer
- A supportive, values-led organisation
- The opportunity to turn lived experience into meaningful work
- Ongoing training and development
- A team that genuinely cares about each other and the people we support
A Final Note
- A full driving licence and access to a vehicle may be required for the role
- This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check
Your lived experience matters. Your voice matters.
If you want to use your journey to support others, reduce harm, and help people feel less alone — we would love to hear from you.
An application form must be completed to apply for this role. Please head over to our website to download a form https://recoveryconnections.org.uk/job/harm-reduction-worker-sto-2/
Pay: £26,971.00-£30,339.00 per year
Work Location: In person
