JOB-

Specialism / Department: Mental Health Recovery / OutreachLocation: Brighton, East Sussex, UKSalary / Pay Rate: £23.00 per hourContract Type: Locum – 3-Month ContractWorking Pattern: Full-Time (Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00)

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Recovery Coordinator to join SUBX in Brighton on a full-time locum basis. This 3-month contract offers the chance to make a real impact within the local community, providing frontline recovery support to individuals affected by substance use, homelessness, and mental health challenges.

Based at Richmond Road in Brighton, you will work closely with service users through outreach, structured key work, and personalised recovery planning. This role is ideal for a proactive professional passionate about delivering transformative support in a dynamic coastal city.

• Full-Time Stability: Monday–Friday schedule offering a consistent routine.
• Hourly Pay: £23.00 per hour — get paid for every hour you invest.
• £250 Referral Bonus: Receive a reward for referring a successful candidate.
• Ongoing Training: Access to regular CPD and updates on best practice in mental health and recovery work.
• Vibrant Location: Enjoy working in Brighton’s thriving, creative, and inclusive community.

• Conduct street outreach to engage with rough sleepers and those begging across Brighton.
• Act as the primary care coordinator for a caseload of service users.
• Complete comprehensive assessments, asset mapping, and recovery planning using motivational interviewing techniques.
• Deliver personalised care packages including 1-to-1 key work, psycho-social interventions, POD sessions, group work, and harm-minimisation strategies.
• Carry out full service-user assessments to develop tailored recovery plans that integrate community resources.
• Support the development of recovery communities that promote sobriety, wellbeing, and resilience.
• Perform triage assessments and make referrals to treatment agencies, social care, and community services.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement risk-management plans to promote safety.
• Maintain high-quality documentation and case notes in line with service requirements.

• Previous experience as a Recovery Coordinator or in a similar mental health/substance misuse role.
• Strong assessment, care-planning, and motivational interviewing skills.
• Ability to work effectively within outreach environments and engage hard-to-reach individuals.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and record-keeping skills.
• Understanding of harm minimisation, psycho-social interventions, and recovery models.

• Experience working with rough sleepers or in homelessness outreach.
• Knowledge of local Brighton services, safeguarding pathways, and community support networks.
• Training in trauma-informed practice or substance misuse support frameworks.

Brighton is a vibrant seaside city known for its creativity, open-minded community, cultural festivals, and beautiful coastline. With independent shops, lively nightlife, and a strong sense of inclusion, the city offers an exceptional backdrop for both work and life. Whether enjoying the beach, exploring the arts scene, or connecting with the diverse local community, Brighton provides a stimulating and inspiring environment for professionals in the mental health and recovery field.

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted, award-winning recruitment agency with an Excellent Trustpilot rating based on over 1,000 reviews. They are committed to securing competitive rates and high-quality roles for skilled professionals. With Sanctuary, you will benefit from dedicated consultant support, smooth onboarding, and a personalised recruitment experience designed to help you succeed.