Drug and Alcohol Worker

As a Drug and Alcohol Worker, you will be based at North Yorkshire Horizon (Castle Road), supporting individuals experiencing challenges related to substance use alongside mental health, housing, and wider social needs. You will build trusting relationships, provide practical and emotional support, and help people move towards greater independence and sustained recovery. This service provides tailored support to help individuals stabilise their lives, access appropriate treatment, and reintegrate into their communities. What you'll do

• Support individuals to manage and improve their physical and mental wellbeing, including issues related to drug and alcohol use
• Deliver harm reduction advice and recovery-focused interventions
• Help people develop essential life skills such as budgeting, money management, and tenancy sustainment
• Support access to treatment services, healthcare, education, training, and employment opportunities
• Empower individuals to make informed choices and take control of their recovery journey
• Promote safer lifestyles and reduce risks associated with substance use
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies and community services
  
  Experience or a strong interest in supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
• A compassionate and non-judgemental approach to sensitive and complex issues
• Skills in motivating, supporting, and advocating for individuals in recovery
• Flexibility and resilience in a dynamic working environment
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as the role involves community-based work
  
  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.

What We Offer We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package: 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 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. We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.