Recovery Navigator – HOPE Team
Locations: Likewise – Portland House
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Today
Job requisition id: JR014102
Recovery Navigator – (Health, Outreach, Prevention and Engagement)
Location: Portland House, Sheffield S3 8UG
Working Hours: 37 Hours Monday to Friday with one late night as requiredContract Type: PermanentSalary: £25,877.80 – £34,240.03 per annum
Please note that this is a rolling advert for multiple positions, therefore we will interview as we go.
About Waythrough
Make a real difference in your community
About the role:
We’re looking for a compassionate and proactive HOPE ( (Health, Outreach, Prevention and Engagement) Worker to join our team. In this role, you’ll support individuals affected by substance misuse by providing immediate, practical help and encouraging long-term recovery.
You’ll work closely with service users, professionals, and the wider community to reduce harm, prevent relapse, and help people build healthier, more stable lives.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage a varied caseload of clients and support them in achieving recovery.
- Support service users in accessing resources and services to increase their recovery capital and achieve recovery goals.
- Work in partnership with a multi-disciplinary team and provide guidance to managers and colleagues.
- Comply with monitoring and evaluation systems, collect and monitor information, and provide reports when required.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in accordance with organisational guidelines.
- Comply with the organisation’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies.
- Reduce substance-related harm to individuals and the community.
- Participate in supervision and reflect on interpersonal dynamics within the therapeutic relationship.
- Uphold data protection legislation and service user confidentiality agreements.
- Provide a full range of services in an outreach and in-reach capacity.
To Succeed in This Role, You’ll Need:
- The successful applicant must have some experience within substance misuse, recovery support or a similar type of role.
- Compassion and kindness to provide effective support and care to service users.
- Resilience to handle challenging situations and maintain a positive outlook.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
- A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical guidelines.
A full driving licence and the ability to drive are essential requirements for this role. Access to and use of your own vehicle for work purposes is desirable.
What We Offer
27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
Life assurance (3× annual salary)
Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
£500 Recommend a Friend bonus
Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Inclusion and accessibility
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date: 2026-10-23
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