Volunteer Recovery Support

Overview Are you passionate about making a real difference in your community? Do you want to help create a safer, more supportive environment for people affected by drug use? Join Change Grow Live as an Opiate Recovery Support Volunteer Responsibilities Be the first point of contact, greeting visitors with warmth and respect. Support our opiate team in delivering harm reduction interventions around opiate use Delivering Needle and syringe exchange Provide non-judgmental advice on safer drug use, including injecting, overdose prevention, and emergency response. Providing Naloxone and safe storage boxes to our service users Completing BBV testing Supporting our service users in attending medical assessments and reviews Supporting the opiate team in case management, recording notes on our case management system Supporting our service users in meeting their support plans, working towards their future goals and aspirations What You’ll Gain: Full training and ongoing support Experience in a fast-paced, meaningful role The chance to build trust and make a lasting impact Skills in communication, harm reduction, and community outreach What We’re Looking For: Friendly, approachable, and non-judgmental attitude Ability to engage with people from all walks of life Willingness to learn and work as part of a team Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism No two days are the same, and every interaction is a chance to help someone stay safe and feel supported. Closing Date 12/10/2026 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Kerri Richards | kerri.richards@cgl.org.uk Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.