Recovery Navigator

recoveryfocus; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension with employer contribution

Life assurance (3x salary)

Sick pay enhancements

Birthday leave & extra days option

Professional fee reimbursement

GP access 24/7

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking a Recovery Navigator for the Alcohol Pathway in Sheffield. The role involves guiding individuals toward recovery, coordinating services, and delivering psychosocial interventions for adults 18+.

You will manage caseloads and work with partners to achieve positive health outcomes. This permanent position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on compassionate, person-centered care within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Substance misuse background.
• Mental health background.
• Criminal justice background.
• Academic background in Criminology, Psychology, Law or Sociology.
• Strong volunteering portfolio.
• Experience in case management and handling emotionally demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload and develop, implement, and review recovery and treatment plans.
• Support progression from engagement through structured treatment to recovery.
• Reduce substance-related harm to individuals and community.
• Collaborate with partners to achieve health and wellbeing outcomes.

Skills

Substance misuse

Mental health background

Criminal justice background

Emotional resilience

Volunteer experience

Education

Criminology

Psychology

Law

Sociology

Job description

Recovery Navigator - Likewise Sheffield - Alcohol Team

Location: Portland House, Sheffield S3 8UG

Working Hours: 37 Hours Monday to Friday

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £25,877.80 - £34,240.03 per annum

Please note that interviews will be held as and when, therefore the close date is subject to change.

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.

About the Role

As a Recovery Navigator working within the Alcohol Pathway team , 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 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:

• 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.

What We Offer

• 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.

Closing Date: 2026-11-20