Engagement Recovery Worker Location: ThurrockSalary: £25,000 per annumVacancy Type: PermanentAbout The RoleAre you passionate about supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use?Do you have the empathy, resilience, and drive to help individuals take positive steps in their lives?Join our dedicated Drug and Alcohol Service as an Engagement Recovery Worker and make a real difference across Thurrock. This is a full-time role (35 hours) with flexible outreach across the community, so you''ll need to travel safely around Thurrock, ideally with access to a car.About the RoleAs an Engagement Worker, you will:Engage individuals early to reduce harm and help them access treatment and health interventions.Deliver brief, structured interventions for a range of substances including alcohol, opiates, cannabis, stimulants, NPS, and performance-enhancing drugs.Provide outreach across hostels, GP surgeries, community hubs, and public spaces.Offer harm reduction advice, including safer use information and overdose prevention.Collaborate with service users to develop strengths-based support plans and encourage recovery.Maintain professional boundaries, manage risk, and uphold safeguarding responsibilities.Work in partnership with local services to support coordinated, holistic care.Who We''re Looking ForWe welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of recovery (used safely and professionally). You will bring:Compassion, resilience, and a non-judgmental ..... full job details .....