Criminal Justice Recovery Facilitator
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
We have a great opportunity for aCriminal Justice Recovery Facilitator on a full time, permanent basis.
About you…
This role plays a key part in reducing drug and alcohol-related offending by supporting individuals within the criminal justice system to access community-based treatment services. These services aim to address and challenge the relationship between substance use and offending behaviour.
You will have experience working within the criminal justice system, along with a strong understanding of the impact of drug and alcohol-related offending. You will be confident in building effective working relationships with both criminal justice and community partners to maximise opportunities for engaging individuals in support and treatment.
This role is office based with the requirement to deliver interventions in the wider community.
About the team…
Drug related offending can lead to people becoming trapped in a cycle of offending behaviour. It does not only effect the individual, it also affects their families and the wider community. By working with both adults and young people involved in the criminal justice system, we have the opportunity to engage with individuals at the earliest possible stage, helping them to change the direction of their lives and build a more positive future.
Teamwork and strong partnership working are essential to the success of this service. Building effective relationships with key partner agencies will ensure that individuals receive the right support at the right time, increasing the chances of sustained recovery and reduced re-offending.
Close collaboration with Probation and the local Youth Justice team will be vital to delivering meaningful change and making a real difference in the lives of those we support.
Key responsibilities…
- To carry out initial assessments, e.g. triage and comprehensive assessments, in respect of adults and young people who are involved with the criminal justice system and may be subject to statutory orders.
- To carry out risk assessments in accordance with organisational and local protocols and risk management plans to address and manage identified risks.
- Offer general information and harm reduction interventions to service users, including provision of alcohol interventions, brief advice and Naloxone as required.
- To create initial support plans with service users that addresses immediate need and provides a basis for further interventions.
- To conduct Drug Rehabilitation Requirement (DRR) / Alcohol Treatment Requirement (ATR) assessments and facilitate interventions aimed at reducing offending behaviour to this cohort.
- To assess and engage all young people referred to the Drug Diversion Scheme and deliver the program as required.
Our benefits…
- 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
- Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
- Paid employee volunteering scheme.
- Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
- Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
- Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
- Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.
Find out more about all our benefits or see the candidate pack.
Our values...
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Reasonable adjustments...
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Find out more about reasonable adjustments.
Interview date
Interviews will be held on 10th November 2025.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Nicole Hoskins or Rachel Lester : DAAT Team Leader(s) : 01344 312360
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre-employment checks process.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.
Salary range
- £31,716 - £37,104 per year