Alcohol Complex Needs Worker

We invest in our people so they can deliver exceptional outcomes:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays, pro rata), increasing with service capped at 30 days
• A paid weekly Wellness Hour and access to our wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme
• Contributory pension scheme
• A wide range of employee benefits and discounts
• A supportive, inclusive team with training, development and progression opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Refer a Friend scheme with reward vouchers

CGL points 23 to 28 (£28,557.79 - £32,802.41)

N/A - Outside London Weighting Area

• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions.

The post holder will ensure a high quality and consistent service to groups who traditionally and regularly find our services challenging to access; service users may have either drug and/or alcohol related issues and may have a co-morbidity or complexity of need. This will involve engaging in outreach work to enable service users and potential service users to access services.  

This is a role where your work directly impacts people’s lives.

As an Alcohol Complex Needs Worker, you will take the lead in coordinating personalised recovery journeys, supporting individuals affected by drug and/or alcohol use to achieve positive and sustainable outcomes.

• Carry out comprehensive assessments and develop tailored recovery and support plans
• Manage a caseload, providing structured one-to-one and group-based interventions
• Support individuals to engage with treatment options, services, and wider recovery opportunities
• Proactively manage risk and reduce harm, ensuring safe and effective interventions
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and external partners
• Maintain accurate, timely and compliant record keeping and reporting
• Support individuals to build resilience, independence, and long-term recovery goals

• Where: East Sussex
• Hours: Full time.
• Contract: FTC 12 months.

Shape recovery journeys. Deliver meaningful outcomes. Change lives.

At Change Grow Live, we believe that recovery is possible for everyone. Every day, we work alongside people to overcome challenges, reduce harm, and build healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Guided by our values—Be open, be compassionate, be bold—we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support that creates lasting change for individuals and communities.

We are now looking for a Alcohol Complex Needs Worker to join our East Sussex service—someone who can bring skill, empathy, and professionalism to support people on their recovery journey.

This role requires a balance of clinical awareness, strong organisation, and genuine compassion.

Please note: Due to the nature of this role covering the East Sussex area, applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle with appropriate business insurance, as travel to our rural hubs is required.

Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.

You are motivated by making a difference and confident in working in a dynamic, person-centred environment.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

• Substance misuse services
• Health and social care
• Housing or rehabilitation services
• Criminal justice or prison settings
• Children and young people’s services
• Hospital or community health settings

We are building services that are:

• Person-centred and recovery-focused
• Inclusive and non-judgemental
• Rooted in partnership and community

If you’re ready to support people to achieve positive change and be part of a team that is transforming lives, we would love to hear from you.

Please ensure your application clearly demonstrates how your experience and skills align with the role.

19/11/2026

Team Leader | shar.elie@cgl.org.uk