Young Resilience Worker

Position: Young People Resilience Worker
Location: Littlethorpe

Young People Resilience Worker - Outreach role

Location:

Based out of Peterlee Health Centre, Bede Way, SR8 1AD

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 9am-5pm 37 Hours per week (there may be occasional evening or weekend work required, based on services needs) Contract Type:
Permanent Salary: £25877.80 - £34,240

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. About the Role We are seeking a passionate and committed

Young People Resilience Worker to support children, young people, and families in reducing the harm caused by substance use across individuals, families, and the wider community. Working as part of the County Durham Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service, you will deliver high-quality, holistic interventions within a fully integrated service model. This is a community-based role where you will play a vital part in improving outcomes for young people through tailored support, recovery planning, and strong partnership working.

In this role, youll provide a range of interventions including assessments, recovery planning, psychosocial interventions (PSIs), and structured support, ensuring each individual receives personalised and effective care.

What Youll Do Manage a caseload of children and young people, delivering person-centred care and regularly reviewing progress and outcomes. Support young adults with ongoing treatment, including liaison around clinical interventions where appropriate. Work collaboratively within a multi-agency team, engaging with professionals across health, education, and social care. Use creative and innovative approaches to engage young people, encouraging sustained participation and successful outcomes.

Support service users through key transitions, including movement into adult services. Apply strong communication and therapeutic skills when working with children, young people, and families to build trust and promote positive change.

What Were Looking For Experience or knowledge of delivering interventions such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Brief Interventions, PSIs, CBT, and ITEP. A good understanding of harm reduction approaches relating to substance misuse. Knowledge of recovery-focused models and care planning processes. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and support children, young people, and families effectively. Ability to work independently within the community and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.

A full UK driving licence (required for community-based work). Desirable:
Previous experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable groups. To view the full job description and person specification, please .

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 contact our recruitment team.