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.
Health, Outreach, Prevention Education (HOPE) Worker
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent
Barnsley Recovery Steps is dedicated to providing vital support to individuals on their journey to recovery from substance misuse. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a HOPE Worker. As a Recovery Navigator, you will play a crucial role in offering guidance, support, and resources to service users, helping them on their path to recovery. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on individuals' lives and helping them on their journey to recovery, we encourage you to apply for this role.
Join our team and be a part of the solution to substance misuse in Barnsley.
About the role
Our HOPE Workers at Barnsley Recovery Steps are essential guides for individuals on their journey. Our compassionate professionals offer personalised support, aiding in goal-setting, treatment plan navigation, and accessing resources. With a deep understanding of substance use complexities, they provide empathy and encouragement, fostering a collaborative relationship that empowers individuals to make meaningful strides in their recovery journey. Through their unwavering commitment and expertise, HOPE Workers significantly contribute to the success and well-being of those on the path to recovery.
As a HOPE Worker, you will be responsible for:
* Manage a varied caseload of clients and support them in achieving recovery.
* Support service users in accessing resources and services to increase their recovery capital and achieve recovery goals.
* Work in partnership with a multi-disciplinary team and provide guidance to managers and colleagues.
* Comply with monitoring and evaluation systems, collect and monitor information, and provide reports when required.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with organisational guidelines.
* Comply with the organisation's Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies.
* Reduce substance-related harm to individuals and the community.
* Participate in supervision and reflect on interpersonal dynamics within the therapeutic relationship.
* Uphold data protection legislation and service user confidentiality agreements.
* Provide a full range of services in an outreach and in-reach capacity.
* Work flexibly across operational sites, including evenings and weekends.
Please note this role is Monday to Friday with the occasional Thursday evening and weekend work for required events.
About you
To succeed as a HOPE Worker you will ideally have:
* Work experience in a similar sector, particularly in substance misuse or recovery support.
* Compassion and kindness to provide effective support and care to service users.
* Resilience to handle challenging situations and maintain a positive outlook.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
* A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical guidelines.
* Driving licence essential for this role.
What can Waythrough (formerly Humankind) offer you…
* Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ 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 Waythrough Support Networks
Waythrough (formerly Humankind) is an equal opportunities employer
We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear from you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use.
If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk
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