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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 motivated, compassionate and enthusiastic RAD Recovery Coordinator to join our County Durham Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service, based at Peterlee Health Centre.\nIn this role, you will support the delivery of the RAD programme, providing structured, recovery-focused support to individuals who are working towards maintaining their recovery from drug and alcohol dependency.\nYou will work alongside individuals to help them develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to sustain long-term recovery. Through a combination of structured group work, one-to-one support and psychosocial interventions, you will encourage individuals to explore their recovery journey, recognise potential triggers and develop strategies to manage challenges and prevent relapse.\nA key part of the role will be facilitating engaging and supportive recovery sessions, helping individuals build resilience, improve their wellbeing, strengthen relationships and develop positive routines. You will encourage participation, promote peer support and create an environment where people feel safe, valued and empowered to take ownership of their recovery.\nWorking collaboratively with colleagues, partner agencies and wider community services, you will help individuals access opportunities that support their ongoing recovery, independence and social inclusion.\nThis is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about recovery, enjoys facilitating group activities and wants to make a meaningful difference to people's lives.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDeliver the RAD programme, providing structured recovery-focused support and interventions.\nFacilitate group sessions and activities that promote personal development, wellbeing and sustained recovery.\nProvide one-to-one support to help individuals identify goals, overcome barriers and develop individual recovery plans.\nSupport individuals to recognise triggers, manage cravings and develop effective relapse prevention strategies.\nEncourage peer support, positive relationships and mutual learning within the recovery programme.\nMonitor progress, review outcomes and adapt support to meet individual needs.\nComplete appropriate assessments, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.\nDeliver psychosocial interventions using recovery-focused and person-centred approaches.\nSupport individuals to access wider treatment, recovery and community-based resources.\nMaintain accurate and up-to-date records using online case management systems.\nWork collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations to promote continuity of care and positive recovery outcomes.\nContribute to a positive team culture and uphold Waythrough's values of kindness, courage and respect.\nAbout You:\nWe are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting people to achieve lasting recovery and who understands the importance of building trusting, supportive relationships.\nYou will be confident facilitating group sessions, engaging individuals and creating an environment that encourages participation, personal growth and positive change.\nWe welcome applications from candidates with experience in substance misuse, recovery services, mental health, criminal justice, social care, community support or related sectors. Lived experience and transferable skills are also valued.\nYou will ideally have:\nNVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards this.\nExperience supporting individuals affected by drug and alcohol misuse or other complex needs.\nExperience delivering one-to-one support and/or facilitating group interventions.\nAn understanding of recovery-focused approaches, harm reduction and relapse prevention.\nKnowledge of psychosocial interventions and behaviour change approaches.\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate individuals.\nThe ability to work collaboratively while managing your own workload.\nAn understanding of safeguarding, risk management and professional boundaries.\nGood IT skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic case management systems.\nA driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable.\nTo view the full job description and person specification, 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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