The Drug and Alcohol Outreach Service is recruiting for additional Outreach Recovery Workers who can be based from either of our main sites (Truro, Penzance or Liskeard).
Main duties
In this role you will join a team with caseloads working with people who are sleeping rough or in insecure accommodation, including emergency accommodation and hostels. You will offer harm reduction, assessment and access to a range of treatment options. You will meet people in their space more often than in an office as an Outreach Recovery Worker.
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
All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter explaining why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. The closing date for this position is 22 August 2025; the role may close early if sufficient applications are received, so early application is advised.
We are part of a large integrated drug and alcohol service working with Cornwall\'s most excluded and disadvantaged people. We have various positions available in our Drug and Alcohol Outreach, Hospital Outreach and Housing teams. Successful candidates will work alongside in-house services including community, clinical, criminal justice and a residential rehabilitation facility. The Drug and Alcohol Outreach supports the Adult Community Service and the Young People\'s Service to ensure accessible treatment for those rough sleeping or in insecure accommodation. The Outreach Service is countywide and promotes a holistic multi-agency response to the needs of the individual.
Due to the outreach basis of this role, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required. The post holder will work 37.5 hours per week with occasional weekend work.
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 - giving you savings on big high-street and online brands
* Flexible working opportunities and resources to support wellbeing
* Refer a Friend scheme with £500 bonus for referrals that complete 6 months
Job details
Location: Truro, Penzance or Liskeard (countywide outreach)
Person specification
Qualifications
* Evidence of continuous professional development - OCN/NVQ level 3 or equivalent or willing to achieve within 12 months
* Full UK Driving Licence and own transport (travelling to various centres across Cornwall)
* References for 3 years and enhanced DBS check if applicable
Experience
* Resilient and committed individual with understanding of homelessness and insecure accommodation challenges
* Experience in substance misuse would be beneficial; training available
* Experience in outreach, housing/homelessness health, social care, criminal justice, domestic abuse or related fields
* Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Team player; flexible and able to work unsociable hours
Disclosure
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a disclosure check via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.
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