Volunteer Youth Support Advocate — Workshops & Mentoring

Recovery Focus; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts

Training

Personal development

Induction training

Supervision

Networking

Travel reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Waythrough in Barnsley is seeking dedicated staff to provide emotional support to young people up to age 18 affected by drug or alcohol use, or in a family context. You will work across community settings, including family hubs, schools, and youth services, to engage with young people and promote wellbeing.

You will also assist in delivering workshops, building trust, and collaborating with experienced staff to ensure a safe and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support for young people up to age 18.
• Engage with young people in community settings and run workshops.
• Support teams across family hubs, youth services and schools.

Job description

Waythrough in Barnsley is seeking dedicated staff to provide emotional support to young people up to age 18 affected by drug or alcohol use, or in a family context. You will work across community settings, including family hubs, schools, and youth services, to engage with young people and promote wellbeing.

You will also assist in delivering workshops, building trust, and collaborating with experienced staff to ensure a safe and supportive environment.