Aftercare Recovery Coordinator at Nuffield Health – County Durham Drug & Alcohol – Peterlee Health Centre
Recruiter: Nuffield Health
About Nuffield Health
Nuffield Health is the UK’s largest healthcare charity, operating as an integrated healthcare organization that brings together hospitals, fitness and wellbeing clubs, medical centres, and corporate health services. Founded in 1957, Nuffield Health reinvests all surplus back into health and wellbeing services, delivering healthcare services to over 3 million people across the UK annually.
Job Summary
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to international cooperation and sustainable development within Nuffield Health’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in County Durham Drug & Alcohol – Peterlee Health Centre, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.
Full Job Description
Aftercare Recovery Coordinator- County Durham Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service
Location: Peterlee Health Centre Bede Way Peterlee SR8 1AD Working Hours: 15 Hours per week – Mondays and Tuesdays only Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 25,110-32,090 salary will be pro rata’d
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier and more independent lives?
Join Waythrough , one of the UKs leading mental health and social support charities, and make a lasting impact every day.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity to join County Durham Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service. This is a part time role as A ftercare Recovery Coordinator: Peterlee Recovery Centre We welcome you to apply for this exciting role if you are passionate ab out making a difference to our clients and can offer a compassionate and meaningful service to those you work with.
The County Durham service has recently been rated Outstanding by the CQC and is a great place to work.
What Youll Do
To deliver aftercare pathways and interventions within the service, ensuring provis ion is integrated and effective.
To deliver online and face-to-face recovery groups, as well as one to one support. By taking a holistic approach to care, you will help individuals achieve wellness in all aspects of their lives not just their substance use.
Manage a service user caseload, reviewing on-going care and treatment and liaising closely with the full range of workers and skills within the multi-agency team, including family members and significant others as appropriate .
To Succeed in This Role, Youll Need:
Relevant professional qualification e.g. addiction studies, counselling, social work, therapeutic qualification.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programmes
Understanding of and ability to implement interventions, including brief interventions MI, PSIs, CBT and ITEP.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve 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 its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Were in the process of integrating systems and processes across our newly merged organisation. That means some roles may still be branded Humankind or appear on our partners job sites (such as Richmond Fellowship or Aquarius). This is a temporary step while we complete our transition.
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve 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 its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, youll 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.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk .
How to Apply
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Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
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, weve 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 its 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 its 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, youll 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.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date:
Key Details
- Job Title: Aftercare Recovery Coordinator
- Grade: N/A
- Location: County, County Durham Drug & Alcohol – Peterlee Health Centre
- Department: Nuffield Health
- Contract Type: Temporary Assignment
- Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually
Qualifications
- Not specified in the official posting
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
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How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.