Job summary All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. The closing date for this position is 30th March 2025 however, please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised Main duties of the job We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. We have various positions available in our Drug and Alcohol Outreach, Hospital Outreach and Housing teams. Successful candidates will also work alongside in-house services which include community, clinical, criminal justice and a residential rehabilitation facility. WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen. We have two positions available - further details can be found below. Drug and Alcohol Outreach This role will be working alongside other services providing outreach support to clients around Cornwall with drug and alcohol issues who are struggling to maintain their housing. You will work alongside the Adult Community Service and the Young People's Service to ensure that an accessible treatment offer is available to those who find themselves rough sleeping or in insecure accommodation. You will be a resilient and committed individual who has an understanding of the problems faced by individuals finding themselves homeless or in insecure accommodation. Floating Support Outreach As a Floating Support Outreach Worker, you will be trained in all specialisms mentioned above and in Hospital Outreach. You will provide support to the teams, depending upon where the need is grea About us WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland. Our name reflects who we are - a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that's right for them. Date posted 21 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £26,535 to £26,535 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number oc-1742483039-5SO73 Job locations Truro Truro TR1 2EJ Job description Job responsibilities About the Role All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. The closing date for this position is 30th March 2025 however, please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised Job Opportunity We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. We have various positions available in our Drug and Alcohol Outreach, Hospital Outreach and Housing teams. Successful candidates will also work alongside in-house services which include community, clinical, criminal justice and a residential rehabilitation facility. WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen. We have two positions available - further details can be found below. Drug and Alcohol Outreach This role will be working alongside other services providing outreach support to clients around Cornwall with drug and alcohol issues who are struggling to maintain their housing. You will work alongside the Adult Community Service and the Young People's Service to ensure that an accessible treatment offer is available to those who find themselves rough sleeping or in insecure accommodation. You will be a resilient and committed individual who has an understanding of the problems faced by individuals finding themselves homeless or in insecure accommodation. Floating Support Outreach As a Floating Support Outreach Worker, you will be trained in all specialisms mentioned above and in Hospital Outreach. You will provide support to the teams, depending upon where the need is greatest. Due to the outreach basis of these role, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required. The post holder will be required to work 37.5 hours per week with occasional weekend work. Please confirm in your cover letter which area you are interested in. Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Essential Skills Evidence of continuous professional development - OCN/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or willing to achieve this within 12 months. Demonstrable experience working in the fields of outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse, or another specialist setting Successful track record of working with substance misuse clients Resilient and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure Knowledge and understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for service users Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, assessment, care planning and key working Ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders Ability to work effectively as a team player. Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (the role will involve travelling to a variety of centres across Cornwall) Ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required Due to the outreach basis of this role, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required. The post holder will be required to work 37.5 hours per week with occasional weekend work. About Company WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland. Our name reflects who we are - a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that's right for them. Our staff team changes lives. If you're passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we'd love to hear from you. DE&I As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. WithYou is also a Disability Confident Employer, and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. Benefits 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave 2 days paid volunteer leave per year Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period Job description Job responsibilities About the Role All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. The closing date for this position is 30th March 2025 however, please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised Job Opportunity We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with some of Cornwall's most excluded and disadvantaged people. We have various positions available in our Drug and Alcohol Outreach, Hospital Outreach and Housing teams. Successful candidates will also work alongside in-house services which include community, clinical, criminal justice and a residential rehabilitation facility. WithYou is all about working with our clients to find the right path for them to get back to where they want to be, and you will be joining an amazing team of people who go the extra mile to make that happen. We have two positions available - further details can be found below. Drug and Alcohol Outreach This role will be working alongside other services providing outreach support to clients around Cornwall with drug and alcohol issues who are struggling to maintain their housing. You will work alongside the Adult Community Service and the Young People's Service to ensure that an accessible treatment offer is available to those who find themselves rough sleeping or in insecure accommodation. You will be a resilient and committed individual who has an understanding of the problems faced by individuals finding themselves homeless or in insecure accommodation. Floating Support Outreach As a Floating Support Outreach Worker, you will be trained in all specialisms mentioned above and in Hospital Outreach. You will provide support to the teams, depending upon where the need is greatest. Due to the outreach basis of these role, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required. The post holder will be required to work 37.5 hours per week with occasional weekend work. Please confirm in your cover letter which area you are interested in. Should you be successful in your application, you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Essential Skills Evidence of continuous professional development - OCN/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or willing to achieve this within 12 months. Demonstrable experience working in the fields of outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse, or another specialist setting Successful track record of working with substance misuse clients Resilient and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure Knowledge and understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for service users Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, assessment, care planning and key working Ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders Ability to work effectively as a team player. Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (the role will involve travelling to a variety of centres across Cornwall) Ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required Due to the outreach basis of this role, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required. The post holder will be required to work 37.5 hours per week with occasional weekend work. About Company WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland. Our name reflects who we are - a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that's right for them. Our staff team changes lives. If you're passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we'd love to hear from you. DE&I As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our goals of radically improving people's lives. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans. As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. WithYou is also a Disability Confident Employer, and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. Benefits 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave 2 days paid volunteer leave per year Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of continuous professional development - OCN/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or willing to achieve this within 12 months. Demonstrable experience working in the fields of outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse, or another specialist setting Successful track record of working with substance misuse clients Resilient and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure Knowledge and understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for service users Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, assessment, care planning and key working Ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders Ability to work effectively as a team player. Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (the role will involve travelling to a variety of centres across Cornwall) Ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required Experience Essential Evidence of continuous professional development - OCN/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or willing to achieve this within 12 months. Demonstrable experience working in the fields of outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse, or another specialist setting Successful track record of working with substance misuse clients Resilient and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure Knowledge and understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for service users Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, assessment, care planning and key working Ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders Ability to work effectively as a team player. Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (the role will involve travelling to a variety of centres across Cornwall) Ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of continuous professional development - OCN/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or willing to achieve this within 12 months. Demonstrable experience working in the fields of outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse, or another specialist setting Successful track record of working with substance misuse clients Resilient and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure Knowledge and understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for service users Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, assessment, care planning and key working Ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders Ability to work effectively as a team player. Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (the role will involve travelling to a variety of centres across Cornwall) Ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required Experience Essential Evidence of continuous professional development - OCN/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or willing to achieve this within 12 months. Demonstrable experience working in the fields of outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse, or another specialist setting Successful track record of working with substance misuse clients Resilient and the ability to prioritise and work under pressure Knowledge and understanding of health and safety, including assessing high-risk situations for service users Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, assessment, care planning and key working Ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders Ability to work effectively as a team player. Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (the role will involve travelling to a variety of centres across Cornwall) Ability to work flexible and unsocial hours as required Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name We Are With You Address Truro Truro TR1 2EJ Employer's website https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)