SMART Group Co-Facilitator

Volunteers in this role will be facilitating or co-facilitating regular SMART meetings.

Volunteer SMART facilitators will help to make newcomers feel welcome, and empower everyone in the meeting to contribute, should they wish to.

If not already trained, volunteers will need to complete the full SMART Recovery UK facilitator training programme.

This role is ideally suited to people with lived experience of recovery, either directly, or through supporting a close friend or family member, although we welcome applications from anyone with an empathetic, non-judgemental attitude that can build strong working relationships with others.

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.

• Sharing a group agreement at the start of each session, including the importance of respect and confidentiality.
• Facilitating meetings according to the SMART Recovery Meeting Structure including a check-in, agenda setting, and check-out.
• Reporting any concerns, including related to safeguarding, that may arise in the group.
• Link closely with the group lead to plan and evaluate sessions.
• Procuring necessary resources such as flip chart, paper and pens, and setting up before/packing away after each meeting.
• Support the group lead with any admin tasks linked to the running of the SMART group. e.g. Completing SMART audits or liaising with Regional SMART Community Coordinator.

• Welcoming, friendly and an ability to put other people at ease.
• Confident and calm in group settings.
• Good IT skills - the SMART Recovery UK training all takes place electronically and includes submitting some written responses via email.
• Non-judgmental towards people facing challenges in their lives, including around drug and/or alcohol use and/or mental health.

• 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.

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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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.