Recovery Worker

Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.

We have almost 200 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.

Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it’ll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That’s why you will notice the jobs here are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year we’ll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.

Recovery Navigator

About Us

Waythrough Charity, in partnership with Project 6, is proud to introduce Likewise, a brand-new alcohol and drug service aimed at supporting adults across Sheffield. At Likewise, we provide information, advice, and professional support to empower individuals to make healthier choices regarding alcohol and drug use. Our mission is to enhance safety and promote recovery through a comprehensive range of services, delivered by experienced local providers, ensuring no one is left without the assistance they need, no matter the complexity of their needs.

Likewise, is commissioned by Sheffield City Council and strives to create a safe, supportive environment where individuals can develop essential life skills, regain confidence, and achieve lasting recovery. We believe in helping our service users reintegrate into society as active, contributing citizens.

About the Role

We are excited to be able to recruit more recovery navigators to join our expanding service to work within our Core Team and Fast Track team. This will be working with service users presenting with opiates, alcohol or non-opiates use.

Key Duties:

1. Manage a caseload, devising, implementing, and reviewing ongoing recovery and treatment plans.
2. Facilitate and promote individuals' progression from initial engagement, through structured treatment, to self-sustained recovery.
3. Reduce substance-related harm to individuals and the wider community.
4. Work collaboratively with key partners and colleagues to achieve the best health and well-being outcomes for individuals.

About You

Whether you come from a strong background in the substance misuse sector, have experience in mental health support, have a history in the criminal justice field, or possess a relevant academic background, we welcome you to join our diverse team. We believe that various experiences contribute to our comprehensive support and care mission. Specifically, we are seeking individuals with one or more of the following professional experiences:

• Substance misuse background
• Mental health background
• Criminal justice background
• A relevant academic background such as Criminology, Psychology, Law or Sociology
• A strong portfolio of volunteering in a similar role
• Case management experience and the ability to manage expectations in this emotionally demanding role are highly valued for their contributions to our mission of consistent, high-quality care.

Career Progression

Likewise, we prioritise personal and professional growth. When you choose to be part of our team as a Recovery Coordinator, you're embarking on a career with abundant opportunities. You can progress from a dedicated Recovery Coordinator to a Lead Practitioner, Service Manager, or even pursue senior leadership roles like Director of Service. We provide continuous training and support, ensuring you have the tools to achieve your career aspirations in the recovery and social care field. Your career journey at Likewise is uniquely yours, and we're here to help you succeed every step of the way.

What Can Waythrough Offer You?

• Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 year’s service)
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced occupational sick pay
• Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
• Death in service benefit
• Free Will writing
• Eyecare vouchers
• Blue light card discount
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
• Work-life balance - flexible working and family-friendly policies
• Happy, Healthy You! – our wellbeing offers for our workforce
• Employee Assist Programme and Humankind Support Networks

Please note: We are actively reviewing applications and interviewing for this role as we receive applications, which is why you may note the interview date being earlier than the close date.

Waythrough is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining individuals with disabilities and providing reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates and employees. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know when you apply or during the interview process. We value diversity and believe that it enhances our work environment and the quality of service we provide.