Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Recovery Coordinator
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Join Achieve Recovery Services (GMMH) as a Recovery Coordinator
Achieve Recovery Services unites dedicated professionals from diverse backgrounds to deliver life-changing support, opportunities, and treatment for individuals and families affected by drug and alcohol use. As part of the Achieve Partnership, we drive meaningful change within our communities.
With a new long-term contract (commencing April 2026) to deliver drug and alcohol treatment across Salford, Trafford, and Bury, we are expanding our team and offering multiple permanent, full-time Recovery Coordinator roles (37.5 hours/week) based in Achieve Salford.
About the Role
We seek a compassionate and motivated professional with:
- A deep understanding of the challenges faced by people using drugs and alcohol
- Awareness of barriers to accessing support
- Expertise in the recovery agenda and a commitment to person-centred care
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
- A genuine passion for helping individuals transform their lives
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Responsibilities
As a Recovery Coordinator, you will:
- Conduct initial assessments with individuals seeking support
- Provide compassionate, structured case management, empowering individuals to overcome substance misuse challenges
- Collaborate closely with families, significant others, and partner agencies
- Use motivational and strengths-based approaches to foster hope and progress
- Support individuals to achieve and maintain recovery goals
- Offer advice, advocacy, and support to substance misusers
- Develop realistic recovery plans with service users
- Facilitate access to psychosocial interventions (both within and external to the service)
About Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust
GMMH employs over 7,000 staff, delivering mental health and substance misuse services across:
- Greater Manchester (Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, Wigan)
- Extended services in the northwest of England
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The Recovery Coordinator role is part of a Trust that prioritises:
- Innovative care and empowering staff
- Opportunities for learning, development, and skill growth
- Encouraging new ideas to enhance service-user outcomes
Why Work Here?
- Be part of a purpose-driven organisation transforming lives
- Join a supportive, vibrant team dedicated to behavioural health and recovery
- Take advantage of career growth in a reputable trust
- Experience the culture of Greater Manchester—a dynamic place to live and work!
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Find out more or arrange an informal visit with:
Name: Paul Curran Job Title: Team Manager Email: paul.curran@gmmh.nhs.uk Telephone: 0161 358 1530
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