Recovery Worker

Recovery Worker

Location: Devon
Working Hours: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: 25867 - 28930

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 UKs leading mental health and social support charities and make a lasting impact every day.

Thanks to newly secured funding for an exciting new project in Devon we are delighted to offer a range of rewarding opportunities for Substance Misuse Recovery Workers.

This is your chance to be part of a passionate team making a real difference in peoples lives across our communities.

We are currently recruiting for:

• 2 positions in Riverside Court Castle Street Barnstaple EX31 1DR

• 2 positions in Magdalene House Grendon Road Exeter EX1 2NJ

• 2 positions in Unit 2 Templar House Scott Close Newton Abbot TQ12 1GJ

If you are committed compassionate and motivated to support individuals on their recovery journey we would love to hear from you.

As part of our recruitment process applicants will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre at Magdalene House Grendon Road Exeter EX1 2NJ on 2nd June. The session will last approximately half a day and will include an interview a written task and a group exercise.

What Youll Be Doing

• Supporting people at every stage of their recovery journey

• Delivering harm reduction interventions and structured treatment

• Encouraging engagement in recovery programmes and goal setting

• Working closely with colleagues and partner organisations

• Championing safeguarding inclusion and empowerment

To Succeed in This Role Youll Need:

• Understanding of substance misuse and recovery

• Strong communication and time management skills

• Ability to plan your workload and deliver high-quality support

• Knowledge of group dynamics and facilitation

• A team player mindset with compassion and resilience

Dont worry if you havent done everything before well provide full training and ongoing support so you can thrive in your role.

For full person specifications and job details please visit this link.

Take the next step in your career and help transform lives across Devon.

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 weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.

Every year we support around 125000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3500 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 its a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work youll 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 pay

• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days annual leave

• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications

• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme

• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals

• 500 Recommend a Friend bonus

• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership

• Discounts via Blue Light Card Charity Discounts Extras and Tickets for Good

• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility

Waythrough 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:

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