HOPE Recovery Support Volunteer

This is a front line, client facing role, and can involve a combination of tasks and activities such as:

• Following risk management protocols and discussing harm reduction strategies.
• Responding to urgent requests and supporting group facilitation.
• Coordinating with GPs, making calls, and managing appointments.
• Completing assessments, referrals, and maintaining case notes.
• Addressing emotional, health, housing, legal, and financial needs.
• Promoting BBV testing and distributing Naloxone kits.
What We Offer We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you'll enjoy:
• Discounts from various schemes
• Training and personal development
• A chance to make a real difference in people's lives
• Free induction and role-specific training
• Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
• Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
• Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
• Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development
  
  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: Discounts from various schemes Training and personal development A chance to make a real difference in people's lives Free induction and role-specific training Support from experienced staff and regular supervision Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development 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. If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk