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5 The Applegarth, Northallerton, DL7 8LZ
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
About the Role:
The Drug and Alcohol Worker will be an integral member of the dynamic multi-agency team providing harm reduction advice, needle exchange provision, crisis case management, Single Point of contact cover and developing and delivering comprehensive and tailored individual interventions that will include delivery of a full range of open access, structured, one to one and group support.
The post holder will be expected to work closely with appropriate partners and stakeholders within office based, community and outreach settings.
About you...
1. Knowledge and understanding f the issues caused by substance misuse.
2. Experience of delivering 1-1 and group interventions.
3. Ability to carry out assessment and contribute to recovery and risk management plans.
4. Ability to work with people with multiple needs and those who are vulnerable.
5. Ability to appropriately deal with complex queries.
6. A relevant qualification in Health and Social Care.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
7. 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
8. Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
9. Life assurance (3× annual salary)
10. Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
11. Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
12. Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
13. 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
14. Recognition and long service awards via our and portals
15. £500 bonus
16. Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
17. Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
18. Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team:
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