Job Details: Lived Experience Recovery Volunteer
Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing, and related support.
We have almost 200 services around England and nearly 3,500 staff and volunteers who run them. Every year, our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two large organizations is a significant task, and it will take time to fully integrate our systems, processes, and approaches. Currently, jobs are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year, we’ll fully integrate our recruitment systems, but for now, they are separate.
About The Role
Waythrough Northumberland Adult Recovery Service is a public health-commissioned service supporting adults in creating behavior change regarding substance misuse and related lifestyles.
Lived Experience Recovery Volunteers will support treatment delivery by:
1. Supporting existing service users in their recovery journey.
2. Offering peer support to clients.
3. Engaging hard-to-reach groups.
4. Raising awareness of the service and other support options.
5. Co-facilitating and supporting Open Access Recovery Groups.
6. Co-producing new recovery groups.
7. Supporting and co-producing EDI and Wellbeing activities.
8. Acting as role models for recovery.
Essential Criteria
* Professional attitude
* Honest and committed
* Good time management and reliable attendance
* Ability to work as part of a team and independently
* Understanding of Way Through (more info on our website or via specific project inquiries)
* Genuine interest in our mission and vision
* Ability to maintain professional boundaries, follow policies, engage in supervision, and complete training
Desirable Criteria
* Calm demeanor
* Excellent verbal communication skills
* Non-judgmental attitude
* Knowledge of harms associated with substance use
* Understanding of confidentiality and boundaries
* Ability to volunteer according to policies and guidance
* Willingness to attend supervision and training
Who We Are
Waythrough (formerly Humankind) was launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to remove barriers to support and improve lives through mental health, substance use, housing, and related services.
We operate nearly 200 services across England with around 3,500 staff and volunteers, supporting approximately 125,000 people annually.
Integrating two large organizations takes time, and our branding still reflects ‘Humankind’. We are working towards full integration of systems and processes.
Thank you for your patience. Explore more about our roles on the Recovery Focus Careers site.
What We Offer
Excellent learning and development opportunities, including free training courses. Our wellbeing initiatives, such as Happy, Healthy You!
Waythrough (formerly Humankind) is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of substance use. For application support, contact people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk.
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