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Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.\nAbout Waythrough\nWaythrough 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.\nEvery 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.\nMake a real difference in your community\nAre 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.\nAbout the role\nWe are looking for a dedicated Enhanced Reconnect Navigator to join our Reconnect to Health service, supporting individuals with current or previous drug and alcohol needs as they transition from custody into the community.\nYou will build trusting relationships with service users, helping them access appropriate support, maintain their recovery and build a more stable future. Working closely with prison staff, probation, community drug and alcohol services and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will coordinate person-centred support both in custody and following release.\nAs this role is based within prison establishments, an Enhanced - Adult Bared DBS and prison vetting is required.\nWhat will you be doin g?\nYou will manage a caseload of individuals requiring additional support with substance use and their transition into the community. Your responsibilities will include:\nBuilding relationships with service users to understand their needs, goals and recovery journey.\nEncouraging positive change, supporting relapse prevention and contributing to release planning.\nDeveloping relationships with prison and community drug and alcohol services to coordinate ongoing support.\nCoordinating referrals and helping individuals access treatment, healthcare and community resources.\nWorking with lead workers, probation and partner agencies to ensure effective communication and shared care plans.\nProviding wellbeing check-ins and practical support with appointments, health and social care.\nPromoting social inclusion through peer support, community groups, training and employment opportunities.\nMaintaining accurate case notes and service user records, sharing relevant updates with appropriate professionals.\nSupporting risk management and safeguarding processes, escalating concerns where necessary.\nWhat are we looking for?\nWe are looking for someone compassionate, proactive and committed to helping people achieve positive change. You will have strong communication and organisational skills, be confident building relationships and work effectively with individuals experiencing complex needs.\nYou will ideally have:\nAn understanding of substance use, recovery and the challenges associated with leaving custody.\nKnowledge of recovery planning, relapse prevention and risk management.\nExperience supporting individuals and helping them engage with services.\nThe ability to work collaboratively with professionals and external agencies.\nGood IT, record-keeping and caseload management skills.\nA Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or above, or a willingness to work towards one.\nQualifications in substance misuse, addiction studies, counselling or related areas are desirable, as is experience delivering individual or group interventions.\nYou must hold a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purpos es.\nWe welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience and transferable skills who share our commitment to supporting people to achieve lasting recovery.\nTo view the full job description and person specification, please click here.\nWhat We Offer\nWe value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:\n27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)\n\nPension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%\n\nLife assurance (3× annual salary)\n\nEnhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay\n\nBirthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave\n\nProfessional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications\n\n24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme\n\nRecognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals\n\n£500 Recommend a Friend bonus\n\nCycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership\n\nDiscounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good\n\nFree will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year\n\nInclusion and accessibility\nWaythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. 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