Recovery Navigator

Recovery Focus; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 24,243 - 28,930; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Life assurance

Enhanced sick pay

Professional fee reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Recovery Focus in Sheffield is seeking a Recovery Navigator for a full-time permanent role. The successful candidate will manage a caseload and provide tailored support to individuals overcoming addiction challenges. A background in substance misuse, mental health, or relevant academic qualifications is preferred. The role includes 37 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday, offering a salary between £24,243 and £28,930, along with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in the substance misuse sector or mental health support.
• A strong portfolio of volunteering in a similar role.
• Ability to manage expectations in an emotionally demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload, implementing recovery and treatment plans.
• Facilitate individuals’ progression through structured treatment.
• Collaborate with key partners for health and well-being outcomes.

Skills

Substance misuse background

Mental health background

Criminal justice background

Case management experience

Education

Relevant academic background (Criminology, Psychology, Law, Sociology)

Job description

## Recovery NavigatorApplylocations: Likewise - Portland Housetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR009784.**Recovery Navigator – Likewise****Location: Portland House, Sheffield S3 8UG****Working Hours:** 37 Hours Monday to Friday **Contract Type:** Permanent **Salary:** Support Band B £24,243 to 28,930**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. We support over **125,000 people each year** through our 200 services, empowering individuals to overcome challenges around mental health, housing, and substance use.**About the Role**As a **Recovery Navigator**, 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. In the Recovery Navigation Team, we support clients in addiction from opiates and alcohol from 18 years and above. We deliver psychosocial interventions to support clients through treatment.**What You’ll Do*** 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.**To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:**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. Specifically, we are seeking individuals with **one or more**of the following professional experiences:* Substance misuse background* Mental health background* Criminal justice background* A relevant academic background such as Criminology, Psychology, Law or Sociology* A strong portfolio of volunteering in a similar role* Case management experience and the ability to manage expectations in this emotionally demanding role are highly valued for their contributions to our mission of consistent, high-quality care.**About Waythrough**Formed in 2024 through the merger of **Humankind** and **Richmond Fellowship**, Waythrough is now one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.With **3,500 staff and volunteers** across more than **200 services**, we help people to live full, meaningful lives.Some roles may still appear under our legacy brands (Humankind, Richmond Fellowship, Aquarius) while we complete our integration — but wherever you join us, you’ll be part of one supportive team, sharing one purpose.**What We Offer**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 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.If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email **[e-mail]**.**How to Apply**If you’re viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click **‘Apply via Company Website’** to view the full job description and submit your application.*Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.*