Recovery Coordinator
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £18.0 to £21.0 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 May 2026 |
| Location: | Barnet, London, HA8 0AD |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4792349_1777402344 |
Summary
Hays is delighted to be supporting our client in recruiting a Recovery Coordinator to join their Opiate Service team on a 3‑month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner to make a meaningful impact, supporting individuals affected by opiate use through structured, recovery‑focused interventions. If you are interested, please read the details below:
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week)Dates: ASAP 3 months (Temporary Contract, will be reviewed after 3 months)Pay Rate: £18/hr PAYE or £21 umbrella
Your new role
As a Recovery Coordinator, you will deliver a range of evidence‑based interventions to support service users throughout their treatment journey. You will work collaboratively with clinical and safeguarding teams to ensure each individual receives a safe, holistic and person‑centred service.
Key Responsibilities:
Delivering targeted harm‑reduction interventions through PODs and one‑to‑one sessions.Creating comprehensive detoxification plans, including preparation and aftercare support.Working in line with company's prescription policies and governance when facilitating access to OST.Completing detailed assessments covering drug history, physical and mental health, social circumstances and risk.Building recovery capital by liaising with external agencies, community partners and mutual aid networks.Conducting holistic reviews with prescribers, safeguarding leads and wider team members.Supporting engagement and reducing the number of individuals who disengage post‑assessment.Contributing to positive outcomes for service users completing treatment.
Essential ExperienceExperience delivering interventions to individuals affected by opiate use.Strong understanding of safeguarding and vulnerable adult procedures.Ability to work effectively with challenging behaviour.Experience engaging with a diverse range of service users.Knowledge of local services and mutual aid networks.
Qualification in substance misuse, counselling, social work or related field is desirable.
**Please note we do not offer sponsorships**
What you'll get in return Weekly paymentsFree DBS check
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. To find out more about this job please contact Agne on 0788 418 6023.
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