Give back to the recovery community

Volunteers are absolutely essential to Essex Recovery Foundation’s mission

We are incredibly grateful to anybody who gives up their time to support our cause. Here are three reasons why our charity could not exist without the support of volunteers:

  • Essex Recovery Foundation is a charity with a growing recovery community that is connected, visible and empowered. Volunteers can help us to reach more people who could benefit from joining our community.

  • We are passionate about creating spaces for people in the recovery community to connect - and we want to create as many as possible so that nobody misses out. When volunteers give up their time to support our sessions, we are able to deliver so much more!

  • Volunteers can help us to challenge the stigma attached to addiction by sharing their own inspiring stories of strength, hope and resilience. By speaking openly about their experiences, we can make recovery more visible in Essex and give hope to people who may be struggling.

I'd like to become a volunteer!

Volunteer roles

Outreach Volunteer

Our team of Outreach Volunteers help us to raise awareness of our charity and reach more people in recovery who need our support. They’ll attend community events, workshops and services to talk about Essex Recovery Foundation and the work we are doing for the recovery community in Essex.

Voices of Recovery

The Voices of Recovery team work together to build a range of opportunities for people to share their experiences, including podcasts, webinars, talks and marketing campaigns. Their aim is to make recovery more visible, change perceptions of addiction and provide hope to people who may be struggling.

Spaces Volunteer

We’re currently looking to recruit for volunteers at the following recovery spaces:

  • Rayleigh

  • Harlow

  • Basildon

  • Thurrock

  • Colchester

I'm interested!

How do we support our team of volunteers?

  • As well as an induction into volunteering at Essex Recovery Foundation, you will get any and all training you require for your voluntary role. ​

  • We’re always there for you, whether that’s through the Volunteer Engagement Lead, Community Engagement Workers, any staff member, or just someone to offer advice by email or over the phone.

  • We’ll pay back any reasonable expenses you pay out while you’re volunteering.​

  • We are creating a recognition scheme that celebrates your achievements as a volunteer.

  • You'll receive Essex Recovery Foundation uniform which you can wear to any of your volunteering opportunities.

Get in touch with Laura

Ready to find out more about our volunteering opportunities?

Fill in the short form below and our Volunteer Engagement Manager Laura will get in touch to talk more about opportunities which may suit you.

Alternatively, you can email Laura with any questions you may have: laura@essexrecoveryfoundation.org

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