Children Young People & Family Worker

An exciting opportunity has arisen within a commissioned Children, Young People and Families Drug and Alcohol service - Insight Platform for a Children, Young People and Families worker. Duties include:

• Hold a caseload of young people, conduct key work sessions, delivering assemblies, parenting workshops and teacher training within schools in the borough
• Updating the case management system with information, conducting assessments, risk assessments and care plans
• Deliver group work sessions on substance misuse
• Manage cases with hidden harm concerns

The new post holder will work as part of a team to provide collaborative recovery planning and case management to those who use or may be at risk of using drug and alcohol across all stages of individuals' journeys, from assessment and engagement through to treatment and to promote the service across the Borough. Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.

About Waythrough: 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.

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day.

• 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

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.

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