Recovery Navigator

Recovery Focus; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health charity in the UK is seeking a Recovery Navigator to provide tailored support to individuals recovering from addiction. You will manage caseloads, implement treatment plans, and work with partners to achieve positive outcomes. Candidates should have a background in substance misuse, mental health, or criminal justice, and a relevant degree. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including annual leave and a pension scheme, making a meaningful impact on the community.

Benefits

27 days annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Life assurance

Enhanced sick pay

Birthday leave

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP access

Recognition and long service awards

£500 bonus

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio of volunteering in a similar role is highly valued.
• Ability to manage expectations in an emotionally demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload, devising, implementing, and reviewing ongoing recovery and treatment plans.
• Facilitate progression from initial engagement through structured treatment to self-sustained recovery.
• Collaborate with key partners to achieve health outcomes.

Skills

Substance misuse background

Mental health background

Criminal justice background

Case management experience

Education

Relevant academic background such as Criminology, Psychology, Law or Sociology

Job description

Recovery Navigator – Barnsley Recovery Steps

Location: 5-6 Burleigh Court Barnsley, S70 1XY

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £25,110 - £32,090 per annum

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 :

• 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 and portals
• £500 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 .

How to Apply

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We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.