Overview
Young Persons Recovery Worker (Part Time Ref:0071ZA) – Redcar. Join us to provide high quality recovery care to a diverse service user group. We Are With You in Redcar and Cleveland offers free and confidential support for people affected by drugs and alcohol.
Main duties of the job
We have an excellent opportunity to join our Young Persons team in Redcar and Cleveland on a permanent basis as a Young Persons Recovery Worker. This role requires applicants to be flexible and adaptable to change in a fast paced environment. You will be able to manage a complex caseload and build rapport with both service users and internal and external stakeholders, representing We Are With You to promote specialist treatment and support. The skill to motivate and engage people is vital as well as the ability to competently assess and manage risk. This is a part time, permanent position working 22.5 hours per week. Hours will be worked between 09:00 - 17:00 3 days per week. The salary is £24,570 - £31,672.50 per annum.
About us
WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland. Our name reflects who we are – a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that’s right for them. Our staff team changes lives. If you’re passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities and approach
We work with both adults and Young People on their own goals, whether that’s staying safe and healthy, making a small change or stopping an unwanted habit. Our approach is sensitive and respectful, listening to people’s stories and learning from them. We tailor support so it fits individuals’ Recovery Goals and we partner with health, mental health, criminal justice, social care, education, training and recovery and peer support networks. We operate across Redcar and Cleveland and beyond, delivering a service that meets diverse needs.
As a leading charity, we operate over 80 services across England and Scotland, providing free and confidential support to more than 100,000 people each year. The closing date for applications is 24 September 2025. This advert may close early should sufficient applications be received.
Requirements and benefits
* 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
* 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
* Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme
* Access to a Blue Light Card for discounts
* Flexible working opportunities and wellbeing resources
* Refer a Friend scheme: £500 bonus for each successful referral after probation
Person specification / Qualifications
* Positive and motivated attitude with strong communication and relationship-building skills; experience in health, social care, criminal justice or related settings, ideally with individuals with substance misuse issues
* Highly organized and able to manage time effectively, able to work as part of a team; embodying We Are With You’s guiding principles: Collaborative, Ethical, Inspiring, Resilient, Self-Challenging
* Driving license and access to a vehicle is essential
* A full job description and person specification are available on request by emailing recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk
Experience
* Demonstrable experience in health, social care, criminal justice or related setting, preferably with people with substance misuse issues
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage complex caseloads
Disclosure and safeguarding
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for prior convictions.
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