Recovery Support Worker – Part-Time (21hrs/wk)

Recovery Focus; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days leave (plus bank holidays)

Pension scheme 4.5% employer

Life assurance 3x salary

Birthday leave

Professional fee reimbursement

24/7 online GP and EAP

Cycle to Work

Blue Light Card discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking a compassionate individual in Buckinghamshire to support people affected by alcohol and drug misuse on their recovery journey. You will provide advice, advocacy, and key working support, contributing to recovery planning and case management in a person-centred way.

This role forms part of a growing charity formed from a merger, offering opportunities to work with diverse communities and help people live safer, healthier, more independent lives.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organised and able to maintain accurate records and data requirements.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice, guidance and support to individuals accessing the service.
• Deliver key working sessions and support recovery planning.
• Assist with assessments and elements of case management as directed.
• Advocate on behalf of clients and support engagement with partner agencies and services.
• Maintain accurate records and complete all required data and documentation.
• Work in line with safeguarding, confidentiality, health & safety and organisational policies.
• Promote equality, inclusion and a client-centred approach in all aspects of service delivery.
• Support individuals to achieve positive outcomes and sustain recovery.

Skills

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Organised

Flexible

Diversity & inclusion

Substance misuse understanding

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Social Care

Job description

Waythrough is seeking a compassionate individual in Buckinghamshire to support people affected by alcohol and drug misuse on their recovery journey. You will provide advice, advocacy, and key working support, contributing to recovery planning and case management in a person-centred way.

This role forms part of a growing charity formed from a merger, offering opportunities to work with diverse communities and help people live safer, healthier, more independent lives.