Women’s Recovery Coordinator

Nelson Trust; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Salisbury is seeking a dedicated Women's Recovery Coordinator to provide high-quality, gender-responsive support to women facing substance misuse and complex needs. Responsibilities include managing a caseload, conducting assessments, and developing recovery plans. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with similar populations. The role supports a diverse and inclusive environment and offers a comprehensive training program.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development programme

Generous pension scheme

Positive working environment

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with women with multiple complex needs.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Car driver with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support with finances, housing, and employment.
• Develop and implement strength-based recovery plans.
• Conduct thorough assessments of client needs.
• Collaborate with partner agencies for effective multi-agency working.
• Offer bespoke interventions in group and individual settings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of substance misuse interventions

Motivational interviewing

Job description

Join Our Team as a Women's Recovery Coordinator!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of women facing complex challenges? The Nelson Trust is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Women's Recovery Coordinator to join our team.

The Nelson Trust, in partnership with Connect, is dedicated to providing comprehensive community support to women facing substance misuse and additional complex needs. Our holistic and gender-responsive approach ensures that women receive the highest quality of care, advice, and intervention.

As a Women's Recovery Coordinator, you'll play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, gender-responsive support to women experiencing substance misuse and multiple complex needs. You'll manage a caseload of 25 women, providing holistic, person-centred care and interventions to help them achieve their recovery goals.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one support with practical issues such as finances, housing, and employment.
• Develop and implement comprehensive, strength-based recovery plans.
• Conduct thorough assessments of client needs across various domains.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to ensure effective multi‑agency working.
• Offer bespoke interventions in both group and individual settings.

What we are looking for:

• At least 2 years of experience working with women with multiple complex needs.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of substance misuse interventions and motivational interviewing.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Car driver with access to a vehicle and willingness to travel.

Due to the nature of the work carried out in our Women’s Centres this role is restricted to female applicants only in accordance with the provisions of the occupational requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1).

The Nelson Trust is committed to safeguarding; the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced Children & Adults DBS check.

We have become known for the quality of our work and ability to provide bespoke care and support services. While we are proud of our achievements so far, we are ambitious and want to continue to grow and diversify our workforce.

We recognise that employees from different backgrounds bring unique knowledge, perspectives and experiences and we are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from individuals across all sectors of society.

This is an opportunity for new, challenging and highly rewarding experiences. Our staff make a real difference to people’s lives and in return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer a comprehensive training and development programme, a generous pension scheme and a positive working environment.

If you're ready to make a real impact and be part of a team that values your contributions, apply now to become our next Women's Recovery Coordinator!

Applications for this position will be reviewed as they are received and the position will close once a suitable candidate has been appointed.