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.
Vacancy No: VN5031
Employment Type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 37.00
Location: McLintock's, Barnsley, S70 2NZ
Interview Date: 22 Apr 2025
Lead Practitioner - Assessment & Fast Track Team
Location: Barnsley
Contract: Permanent
As a Lead Practitioner within the Assessment & Fast Track Team, you’ll be responsible for the team working with individuals at the beginning of their treatment journey and motivating them to engage in the recovery programme we offer at Barnsley Recovery Steps, a service dedicated to providing exceptional support to people using substances across Barnsley.
Barnsley Recovery Steps offer a comprehensive range of interventions and support, including detox and prescribing, one-to-one and group sessions, parenting and relationship skills, family and carer support, training and education, outreach, partner agency work and facilitation to peer support. If you are looking to work in a busy and rewarding environment where we put the people who use our service at the forefront of the work we deliver, then this role may be for you.
About the role
As the Lead Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in supporting and providing guidance and line management to our dedicated staff. You will also carry a small caseload of clients, engaging in case management, multi-agency collaboration, data analysis, and coordination of group work delivery. This is an on-site role; no hybrid working options are available.
As a Lead Practitioner, you will be responsible for:
* Supporting the team and Area Managers
* Providing guidance and line management to staff members
* Carrying a small caseload of clients, offering case management and support (if necessary)
* Fostering collaboration with multiple agencies to enhance service delivery
* Analysing data and contributing to the development of evidence-based practices
* Coordinating the delivery of group work sessions, outreach and targeted pieces of work to improve health inequalities within Barnsley.
* Adhering to national guidelines and providing the development of staff to provide exceptional care for people who use our service.
* Supporting the team to achieve all KPI’s and targets.
Please note the shift pattern is usually Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. Some late nights and weekends may be required to support service delivery.
About you:
* Experience in substance misuse service is beneficial
* NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or above or equivalent)
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Sound IT skills including knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Experience of using systm1 is desirable
* Previous line management experience is desirable although not essential as the service looks to provide an excellent standard of training and support to develop staff within their roles.
* A passion to make a positive difference and be hardworking and flexible to support staff and people who use our service.
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals dealing with drug and alcohol issues, and if you possess the experience outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Join our dedicated team and help us provide high-quality recovery services within Barnsley.
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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