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Recovery Worker (Crisis)

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About the role

As a Recovery Worker, you'll play a crucial role in guiding individuals toward recovery, offering tailored support, and coordinating services for their well-being. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives, join us in this impactful position. Day to day duties include: Manage a caseload, devising, implementing, and reviewing ongoing recovery and treatment plans. Facilitate and promote individuals' progression from initial engagement, through structured treatment, to self-sustained recovery. Reduce substance-related harm to individuals and the wider community. Working collaboratively with key partners and colleagues to achieve the best health and well-being outcomes for individuals. About you Whether you come from a strong background in the substance misuse sector, have experience in mental health support, have a history in the criminal justice field, or possess a relevant academic background, we welcome you to join our diverse team. We believe that various experiences contribute to our comprehensive support and care mission.

Benefits

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:27 days' annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%Life assurance (3× annual salary)Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly payBirthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days' annual leaveProfessional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance ProgrammeRecognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals£500 Recommend a Friend bonusCycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membershipDiscounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for GoodFree will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the yearInclusion and accessibilityWaythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.ukClosing Date:2026-07-13Health insurancePerformance bonus

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Recovery Worker Location: Buntingford Working Hours: 37 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £24,243 - £28,930 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. Make a real difference in your community Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives? Join Waythrough , one of the UK's leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day.


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