Harm Reduction Worker - Calderdale Recovery Steps

About the role

We're looking for a compassionate and proactive Harm Reduction Worker to join our Calderdale Recovery Steps team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference-supporting people affected by substance misuse to stay safe, reduce harm, and take positive steps towards recovery. You'll work both in the service and out in the community, engaging people who may not currently be in treatment or who are at risk of disengaging. If you're someone who can build trust, think creatively, and meet people where they are, this role offers the chance to have a meaningful impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals through tailored harm reduction advice and interventions
• Managing a caseload, including assessments, risk management, and support planning
• Engaging people into treatment and helping them stay connected to services
• Delivering outreach, in-reach, and community-based support
• Providing practical advice on safer drug use, safer sex, and blood-borne viruses
• Supporting needle exchange provision and wider health initiatives
• Working closely with colleagues and partner agencies to improve outcomes
• Encouraging service users to build confidence, independence, and recovery capital

Requirements

• You don't need to tick every box-but you should bring a genuine passion for supporting people and a willingness to learn.
• We'd particularly like to hear from people who have:
• Experience in substance misuse, health, social care, or a related field
• An understanding of harm reduction approaches
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
• Confidence managing a caseload or working with people with complex needs
• The resilience to work in a fast-paced, sometimes challenging environment
• Knowledge of approaches such as motivational interviewing (MI), CBT, PSIs or ITEP would be beneficial, but not essential.
• Why Join Us?
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative team making a real difference
• Work in a role where no two days are the same
• Access ongoing training, development, and reflective practice
• Opportunity to develop your career within substance misuse and recovery services
• Help shape and improve services through service user involvement and innovation
• A Realistic View of the Role
• This work is incredibly rewarding-but it can also be challenging. You'll be supporting people with complex needs and navigating difficult situations. In return, you'll see genuine progress and play a key role in helping people rebuild their lives.

Benefits

Additional Information

Location: 8-10 Carlton Street, Halifax, HX1 2AL Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday (with flexibility including evenings and weekends) Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £25,877.80 - £34,240.03 per annum Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band. About Waythrough Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we've created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services - and it's all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers. Make a real difference in your community Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

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