Job Details: Volunteer Group Facilitator
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.
Volunteer Group Facilitator
Location: Manchester
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and engaging Volunteer Group Facilitator to support individuals in abstinence-based recovery by delivering structured groups focused on recovery principles, life skills, and personal development. Your contribution will help residents build confidence, routines, and tools for long term recovery.
* Facilitate structured group sessions on topics such as:
o Recovery tools and relapse prevention
o Goal setting and motivation
o Emotional regulation and wellbeing
* Create a welcoming, inclusive, and safe group environment
* Encourage participation and peer support while managing group dynamics respectfully
* Collaborate with staff to plan relevant and engaging session content
* Monitor attendance and report any issues or concerns to the staff team
* Maintain clear boundaries and respect confidentiality
* Attend induction and occasional training or reflective practice sessions
Volunteer Group Facilitator
Location: Manchester
We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and engaging Volunteer Group Facilitator to support individuals in abstinence-based recovery by delivering structured groups focused on recovery principles, life skills, and personal development. Your contribution will help residents build confidence, routines, and tools for long term recovery.
Key responsibilities include:
* Facilitate structured group sessions on topics such as:
o Recovery tools and relapse prevention
o Goal setting and motivation
o Emotional regulation and wellbeing
* Create a welcoming, inclusive, and safe group environment
* Encourage participation and peer support while managing group dynamics respectfully
* Collaborate with staff to plan relevant and engaging session content
* Monitor attendance and report any issues or concerns to the staff team
* Maintain clear boundaries and respect confidentiality
* Attend induction and occasional training or reflective practice sessions
The group that will be facilitated occurs for 1 hour once a week, on a weekday.
Please see the full job description here.
As a volunteer with Waythrough, you can expect to receive:
* Regular supervision and support
* Induction and access to online and face to face training
* To learn and practice new skills within a teamwork setting
* To feel part of a team and the wider Waythrough organisation
* Reasonable travel expenses reimbursed with proof of journey
* Opportunities to progress and experience other areas of Waythrough's work
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… Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses ️ Happy, Healthy You! – our wellbeing offers for our workforce
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
Salary Period
Vacancy Salary Range
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DBS Requirement
Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable
Driving licence required for role?
Driving licence required for role? No
Applications Close Date
Applications Close Date 30 Aug 2025
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