We Are With You

Virtual Young Person's Recovery Worker

The closing date is 26 March 2026

Job summary

Are you a compassionate and motivated individual who wants to change peoples lives? Our team in Truro is looking for a Young Persons Worker to join them in providing high-quality recovery care to a diverse client group. If you are enthusiastic, creative and passionate about helping others, wed love to hear from you.

As a Young Persons Worker in Cornwall, youll join us on a starting salary of £28,000 per annum (this includes a £1,000 per annum allowance). This will increase each year in line with our pay progression bands.

In Cornwall, youll be part of a dedicated local team supporting people across our communities to make positive, lasting changes. At WithYou, were committed to supporting our staff just as much as the people we work alongside. Youll have access to a supportive and inclusive team environment and a range of wellbeing benefits to help you thrive both professionally and personally. If youd like to find out more about joining our Cornwall service, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team at recruitment@wearewithyou.org.uk.

Please refer to thejob descriptionto support your application.

Please note that the closing date is 26th March 2026; however, we may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All applicants must submit a CV along with a cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted without a cover letter.

Main duties of the job

YZUP at We Are With You, is the commissioned Young Persons Drug and Alcohol Service for 11-18 year olds across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We have a vacancy for a Virtual Young Person's worker covering the county.

This is a Part Time, fixed term contract until 31/03/2027. You will be expected to work 22.5 hours per week Tuesday - Thursday. This role will cover West Cornwall.

This is not a standard recovery role. This is an opportunity to be part of a growing virtual service that is transforming how people access alcohol and drug support across one of the largest and most rural areas.

As a Virtual Recovery Worker, you will deliver high quality interventions to people who may never have engaged with traditional services. Through video, phone and digital platforms, you will complete assessments, deliver structured brief interventions and provide recovery focused support that genuinely changes lives.

You will be trusted to work autonomously, supported by strong clinical governance and experienced leadership. Your practice will directly influence how our virtual model continues to evolve.

You will widen access for people facing geographical and social barriers

You will work flexibly and remotely while remaining fully connected to a skilled team

You will be part of an innovative service with clear strategic backing

You will develop expertise in digital recovery delivery, an area of growing national focus

You will have genuine scope to shape practice, pathways and improvement

About us

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.

Our name reflects who we are a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way thats right for them.

Our staff team changes lives. If youre passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, wed love to hear from you.

Date posted

06 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£28,000 to £28,000 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

oc-1772728521-L033Y

Job locations

Truro

TR1 2EJ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the linked job description and person specification for more information on the role and its responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the linked job description and person specification for more information on the role and its responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Were looking for a compassionate and motivated individual, with an exceptional ability to build meaningful relationships. You will have demonstrable experience working within the health, social care, criminal justice or other specialist setting, or a clear motivation for wanting to work in the drug and alcohol sector. A successful track record of providing efficient and reliable customer service is essential.
You will be highly organised, have excellent communication skills, and be able to manage your time effectively. You will work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure a high-quality service is maintained. Above all, we are looking for someone who is passionate about what we do and has a positive and engaging approach to our clients and key stakeholders.
Have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
Have demonstrable experience of working or volunteering in health, social care, criminal justice, or other specialist setting
Successful track record of working or volunteering with people who have experienced substance misuse issues
Have a driving license with access to a vehicle. You will need to ensure business use is added to your insurance policy.
Have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
Be able to work effectively in a team, supporting others when needed
Be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise your work
Have good oral and written communication skills
Be IT competent
Able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
Be happy to support other With You locations when needed

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Were looking for a compassionate and motivated individual, with an exceptional ability to build meaningful relationships. You will have demonstrable experience working within the health, social care, criminal justice or other specialist setting, or a clear motivation for wanting to work in the drug and alcohol sector. A successful track record of providing efficient and reliable customer service is essential.
You will be highly organised, have excellent communication skills, and be able to manage your time effectively. You will work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure a high-quality service is maintained. Above all, we are looking for someone who is passionate about what we do and has a positive and engaging approach to our clients and key stakeholders.
Have attained ONC/NVQ level 3 or be willing to achieve this within 12 months
Have demonstrable experience of working or volunteering in health, social care, criminal justice, or other specialist setting
Successful track record of working or volunteering with people who have experienced substance misuse issues
Have a driving license with access to a vehicle. You will need to ensure business use is added to your insurance policy.
Have the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients and colleagues alike
Be able to work effectively in a team, supporting others when needed
Be resilient under pressure and able to prioritise your work
Have good oral and written communication skills
Be IT competent
Able to be flexible with your working hours on occasion
Be happy to support other With You locations when needed

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

We Are With You

Address

Truro

TR1 2EJ

Employer's website

https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

We Are With You

Address

Truro

TR1 2EJ

Employer's website

https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)