Recovery Navigator
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Recoveryfocus · Calderdale Recovery Steps - Carlton StreetPrepare for this interview
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About the role
We are excited to offer the opportunity for a Recovery Navigators to join our Calderdale Recovery Steps Team. These are dynamic and rewarding roles and we are keen for anyone with experience or an interest in working within Drug and Alcohol Services to apply.
Responsibilities
- Key duties will include:
- Manage a caseload by creating, implementing, and reviewing ongoing recovery and treatment plans.
- Facilitate and promote the progression of individuals from initial engagement into structured treatment.
- Contribute to reducing substance-related harm to individuals and the wider community.
- Collaborate closely with key partners and colleagues to achieve the best health and wellbeing outcomes for individuals.
- Have excellent boundaries and ability to apply 'co-production' principles to any stage of treatment and recovery.
- Be able to think creatively about treatment options, changes and transitions in the context of a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency approach.
- Encourage service users to become involved in the service and in service user forums in Calderdale that will enhance their experience and increase a sense of belonging.
- By working diligently and proactively, as part of an integrated multi-agency team, you will apply intensive and co-created recovery solutions, enabling health & well-being improvements that are meaningful and sustainable.
- You will be resourceful, able to articulate yourself appropriately on behalf of your service users and resilient to change and challenges. To support this, alongside line management and multi-disciplinary clinical meetings, you will be provided with regular psychologist led reflective practice.
- To Succeed in This Role, You'll Need:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or above or equivalent) or willing to work towards this in post.
- Experience working in a similar job role.
- Understanding of and ability to implement interventions, including brief interventions.
- Knowledge of harm reduction approaches in relation to substance misuse is desirable.
- For full job description and person specification and job details, please click here.
Benefits
Additional Information
Recovery Navigator - Calderdale Recovery Steps Location: 8 Carlton Street, Halifax, HX1 2AL Working Hours: 37 hours per week Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturday shift Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £25,877.80 - £32,090 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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