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 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it’ll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That’s why you will notice the jobs here are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year we’ll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
Recovery Coordinator – 2 Opportunities Available
Location: Whitehaven & Workington
Contract Type:
* 1 x Permanent, Full-Time
* 1 x Maternity Cover (Fixed Term, to be discussed at length during interview)
We are excited to be recruiting two Recovery Coordinators to join our growing team within West Cumbria Drug and Alcohol Services, delivered by Waythrough.
About the role
In this role, you will manage a service user caseload and deliver evidence-based interventions aligned with personalised recovery plans. This will include close liaison with colleagues across the team, and where appropriate, with families and significant others. You will be working across both of ourWhitehaven & Workington hubs.
While prior experience in a similar role is desirable, it is not essential as we offer a comprehensive training programme to support your development.
What’s most important is that you share Waythrough’s values, ambition, and commitment to delivering the highest standards of care.
As a Recovery Coordinator, you’ll bring substance misuse-specific knowledge and interventions to the role, supporting individuals to set and achieve meaningful goals in a safe and structured environment. You will also collaborate with key local partners to support the best possible health and wellbeing outcomes for the people we serve.
As a Recovery Coordinator, you will be responsible for:
* Manage a caseload of adult service users and provide person-centred care.
* Co-produce, monitor and review individual recovery and treatment plans.
* Support service users from initial engagement through to structured treatment and into long-term, self-sustained recovery.
* Reduce drug and alcohol-related harm to individuals and the wider community.
* Support access to community or inpatient detox and rehabilitation services.
* Work closely with colleagues and external partners to coordinate care and support recovery pathways.
About you
We are looking for individuals with:
* Experience in social care or substance misuse support (preferred but not essential).
* Transferable skills, even from outside the sector – we welcome diverse backgrounds.
* A person-centred approach and the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of people.
When submitting your application, please clearly indicate whether you would like to be considered for:
* The permanent full-time Recovery Coordinator role
* The fixed-term maternity cover role
* Or both
Take this opportunity to tell us how you meet the essential criteria and why you would be a great fit for Waythrough.
Please note Internal candidates must still submit a formal application and clearly demonstrate how their skills and experience align with the criteria for the role. Please note if you are an internal applicant in your submission.
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Who are we…
Waythrough (formerly Humankind) 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 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it’ll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That’s why you will notice the jobs here are still branded ‘Humankind’. Next year we’ll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
Thanks for bearing with us – and don’t forget to check out the Waythrough (formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers .
What can Waythrough (formerly Humankind) offer you… ️ Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service) Annual leave purchase scheme Enhanced occupational sick pay % Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension Death in service benefit ️ Free Will writing Eyecare vouchers ️ Blue light card discount Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies ️ Happy, Healthy You! – our wellbeing offers for our workforce Employee Assist Programme and WaythroughSupport Networks
Waythrough (formerly Humankind) is an equal opportunities employer
We value unique perspectives and experiences that everyone can bring, and fully understand the strength in diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. If you have a genuine passion for working for us, we want to hear for you. We also welcome applications from people with lived experience with substance use. If you require support with your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk
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DBS Requirement
DBS Requirement Enhanced Adult/Child Barred
Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable
Driving licence required for role?
Driving licence required for role? Yes
Applications Close Date
Applications Close Date 18 Aug 2025
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