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Volunteer Criminal Justice Support
VOLUNTEERUnited Kingdom

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Location

United Kingdom

Type

VOLUNTEER

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About The Role

This is a frontline, client-facing role that involves close collaboration with partner agencies such as the Police, Probation, the Liaison and Diversion team, Prisons, and others. You will deliver a targeted and responsive service to individuals, ranging from harm reduction and brief interventions to structured treatment.

Every recovery journey will be tailored to the individual's unique needs and priorities. Working across various Criminal Justice settings including police custody, courts, and secure estates you will adopt a holistic, “whole person” approach. Support packages will be personalised, flexible, and realistic, addressing all aspects of wellbeing, not just substance use. The aim is to achieve the best possible outcomes for each individual.

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. 

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: [email protected] 

How to apply 

If you’re viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click ‘Apply via company website’ to view the full job description and submit your application. 

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. 

 

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: [email protected] 

 

How to apply 

If you’re viewing this advert on an external platform such as Indeed, please click ‘Apply via company website’ to view the full job description and submit your application. 

 

Please note that while this role has a stated closing date, we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a high number of applications.

Closing date:

Other facts

Tech stack
Client-Facing,Collaboration,Harm Reduction,Brief Interventions,Structured Treatment,Holistic Approach,Wellbeing Support,Personalized Support,Flexibility,Recovery Journey,Community Support,Mental Health,Substance Use,Social Support,Communication,Confidence Development

About Recovery Focus

At Aquarius we are here to help people overcome the harms caused by drugs, alcohol and gambling. We are a local charity with over 30 years of experience providing advice and support across the Midlands.

We offer a wide range of services including:

• Individual Sessions
• Group Sessions
• Support for Family and Friends
• Training to organisations, professionals and the public
• Advice and information

Aquarius is part of Recovery Focus, a group of charities Inspiring Recovery Together. Find out more at www.recoveryfocus.org.uk.

Team size: 51-200 employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Non-profit Organizations
Founding Year: 1977

What you'll do

  • The role involves delivering targeted and responsive services to individuals in collaboration with partner agencies. Support packages will be personalized and flexible, addressing all aspects of wellbeing.

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