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Job Title: Recovery Worker- Community Location: Durham Salary:£25,220 plus mileageDBS Check: Adult level requiredHours: 37.5 PW Monday- Friday 9am till 5pm P4 are working with a charity that is well established and on the lookout for a community Recovery Worker. They specialises in mental health, alcohol, drugs, and related areas. The services are evidence-based, high-quality, and tailored to the needs of the individuals we support. Our vision is to remove barriers so people can access the help they need to live a meaningful life. We are guided by three core values: <ul> <li>Kindness: Be generous, caring, and compassionate.</li><li>Courage: Be bold, trust, and commit.</li><li>Respect: Everyone deserves dignity.</li></ul> About the Service This is a community-based mental health service. We support individuals aged 18+ with mental health challenges by helping them develop coping strategies, improve their wellbeing, build social networks, and access local resources. We also assist with housing and benefits-related issues. Purpose of the Role <ul> <li>Help people achieve their life goals.</li><li>Contribute to the smooth and safe running of the service.</li><li>Work collaboratively as part of a team to meet service goals.</li></ul> Key Responsibilities Supporting People Who Use Our Services: <ul> <li>Help individuals manage and improve their mental and physical health.</li><li>Support development of life skills such as budgeting, tenancy sustainment, and accessing education or employment.</li><li>Encourage independence and empowerment through person-centred support.</li></ul> Maintaining a Safe Environment: <ul> <li>Monitor the wellbeing of residents.</li><li>Ensure legal and safety standards are met.</li><li>Provide a respectful and secure environment.</li></ul> Keyworking Duties: <ul> <li>Manage a caseload of individuals.</li><li>Develop and review personalised support plans based on each person's goals and aspirations.</li><li>Deliver key work sessions and complete related documentation.</li><li>Conduct risk assessments in line with policy.</li><li>Refer individuals to other services when needed.</li></ul> Managing Workload: <ul> <li>Plan and carry out your responsibilities effectively.</li><li>Keep accurate, timely records using our database.</li><li>Build relationships with external partners such as mental health teams and carers.</li><li>Take care of your own wellbeing through regular check-ins with your manager and team.</li><li>Stay informed about organisational updates.</li></ul> Person Specification Qualifications: <ul> <li>No formal qualifications are required for this role.</li></ul> Essential Skills: <ul> <li>Strong communication and listening abilities.</li><li>Compassionate and supportive approach.</li><li>Motivation and advocacy for service users.</li><li>Ability to work independently and within a team.</li><li>Good record-keeping and organisational skills.</li><li>Capable of working under pressure and managing time effectively.</li><li>Strong IT skills (Word, email, databases).</li><li>Commitment to self-development and professional integrity.</li></ul> Experience: <ul> <li>No prior experience is specifically required, but relevant skills and values are essential.</li></ul>

Recovery worker

Lead Youth Worker Do you believe in inclusion, empowerment, and the power of fun Are you a natural leader who's passionate about supporting young people with disabilities and/or autism to thrive We're looking for a friendly, motivated, hands-on Lead Youth Worker to join our exciting Youth Groups project, supporting young people aged 7-19 in small and large group settings. Position: Lead Youth Worker Salary: £24,000 or £24,500 - £25,175 depending on experience FTE Location: Peterborough Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 30+ hours would be considered for the right candidate (Saturday availability will be required) Contract: Permanent About the Role This is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact, lead creative and therapeutic activities, and grow within a supportive organisation that values your energy and ideas. As Lead Youth Worker you'll: <ul> <li>Lead and inspire a team of youth workers in a group setting</li><li>Take the lead in sessions, helping to plan and deliver inclusive, creative, and engaging activities</li><li>Deputise for the Manager when needed, supporting with project development and delivery</li><li>Ensure safety and wellbeing of children and young people at all times</li><li>Build positive relationships with young people, families, and professionals</li><li>Keep clear records, contribute to person-centred plans, and help report progress and stories of change</li><li>Represent the organisation at meetings with families, professionals, commissioners, and trustees</li><li>Be hands-on, fun, and proactive, always ready to try something new!</li></ul> About You We are looking for someone who is: <ul> <li>A natural people person- friendly, approachable, empathetic, with a great sense of humour</li><li>Organised and reliable- good time-keeping and communication skills are a must</li><li>Experienced in working with disabled young people or those with learning difficulties/autism</li><li>A confident team player, who also works well independently</li><li>Flexible, fun, and up for a challenge!</li><li>Passionate about inclusion and supporting every young person to thrive</li></ul> You should also have: <ul> <li>A Level 3 or above qualification in Health and Social Care (or related field)</li><li>Experience of safeguarding children and vulnerable people</li><li>A good level of computer literacy and confident written communication</li><li>Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check</li></ul> Why Join The Team <ul> <li>Supportive and passionate team who care about what they do</li><li>A role full of variety, creativity, and opportunity</li><li>Regular training and development opportunities</li><li>A growing organisation where your ideas are valued</li><li>Chance to really make a difference in young people's lives, and have fun while doing it!</li></ul> About the Organisation The charity is a UK-wide voluntary organisation based in Warwickshire, dedicated to building inclusive communities founded on justice, advocacy, empowerment, and friendship. They specialise in supporting individuals of all ages who are isolated or at risk of exclusion, pioneering Circles of Support, Independent and Collective Advocacy, Person-Centred Planning, and full participation in mainstream life. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Senior Youth Worker, Youth Services Coordinator, Youth Program Manager, Youth Engagement Lead, Youth Development Officer, Youth Work Team Leader, Youth Services Supervisor, Youth Projects Lead, Youth Work Coordinator. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Lead Youth Worker

Trainee Health and Wellbeing practitioner- HMP Send Location: Surrey Salary: £22,932 per annum + Benefits Vacancy Type: Contract, Full Time We are recruiting for a Trainee Health and Wellbeing practitioner at HMP Send The Forward Trust provide both clinical and psychosocial Substance Misuse Services across Surrey Prisons in partnership with NHS Trust healthcare providers. Each service operates a Health and Wellbeing framework taking a trauma informed and gender responsive approach to delivery of a wide variety of interventions and integrated pathways tailored to meet specific needs of each prison and individual service users. With pro-active partnership working a key aspect in the delivery of these services multi-disciplinary working across mental health, healthcare services and the prison is essential. Role Responsibilities As a Forward trust trainee, you will be employed on a fixed 12-month contract. The aim of the traineeship is to provide training and development that facilitates onward employment. Forward Trust aims where possible to recruit and maximise those with lived experience into these roles. During the traineeship you will be supported and given the opportunity to develop the skills and experience to apply for and move in to permanent jobs at the end of the 12-month Traineeship. All Trainees will be enrolled on an accredited training programme funded by The Forward Trust and will be invited to join the Forward Connect community. During the traineeship you will be assigned to a specific service unit anywhere within the business, such as: Prison Drug &amp; Alcohol Services, Community Drug &amp; Alcohol Services, Family Support, Recovery Resettlement, Housing Resettlement, Business Development and/or Central Services. As part of the traineeship, you will be shadowing a member of the team and will be given guidance and support working through the various aspects of the role in the business unit you have been assigned to. The team member you will be shadowing will help ensure you are receiving the training and development needed to become competent in the role. You will receive regular reviews to ensure that you stay on track to successfully complete the traineeship and undertake the compulsory therapy as part of the traineeship. Part of your time on the traineeship will be spent working, gaining the practical experience and part studying towards achieving the qualification that has been assigned (subject to criteria). The service operates 7 days a week therefore weekend working will be a requirement on a rota basis. All prison-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 3-6 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances. Checks will require you to provide information on the below: <ul> <li>Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history)</li><li>Your family (parents, parents' partners, siblings, partner(s), children)</li><li>Co-residents</li><li>Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service.</li><li>Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates</li><li>Credit reference checks</li><li>Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service)</li><li>Other government and overseas agency or police checks.</li></ul> The Ideal Candidate Please see below a list of skills and experience needed for this role <ul> <li>If in recovery from addiction - over 2 years abstinence from all substances and a commitment to maintaining recovery</li><li>An understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults in recovery with experience of previous offending or homelessness</li><li>Understanding of, and commitment to, the principles of equal opportunity and client confidentiality</li><li>Able to manage own workload effectively to deadlines and targets</li></ul> About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - <ul> <li>Flexible working</li><li>Training and development opportunities</li><li>Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)</li><li>Season Ticket Loan Scheme</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Crisis Loan Scheme</li><li>Electric Car Scheme</li><li>3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)</li><li>Access to Blue Light Card</li><li>25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays</li><li>Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter</li><li>Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)</li><li>Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)</li></ul> To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Trainee Health and Wellbeing Practitioner

NEW Opportunity Recovery Worker, Part Time, West Bromwich, £12.21 p/h plus EXCELLENT benefits! Part time Evenings and Weekend, 3 positions available! About Our Client Our client is passionate about improving emotional health and transforming lives, where everyone has access to the emotional wellbeing support that they need to lead a healthy and rewarding life. Their values are Integrity, Inclusion, Initiative, Innovation, and Independence. At the forefront of their minds are their service users and their people, providing a great place to work. They are gold standard accredited with Investors in People and are also recognised by Best Companies to work for. About The Role The Recovery Worker will provide key worker support to a specified number of service users, including one to one face to face support as well phone, video, and text support. Carrying out needs assessments of clients choosing to engage within the service and prioritise needs effectively. This role is responsible for carrying out individual safety and support planning within organisational and legislative requirements. This role is 28 hours per week working 2 days between Monday to Friday from 5pm to 11pm and 1 day at the weekend from 12pm to 11pm. Working days to vary on a rota basis although hours of work remain the same. There is a requirement for the Recovery Worker to have the skills and knowledge to be able to have good listening and empathy skills, to understand and support individuals with mental health and know how to handle difficult situations and be familiar with common mental health conditions. Working well with others and keeping good records, are also important parts of the job. Overall, need a mix of people skills, knowledge, and practical experience to do the job effectively. Please note that all roles at our client require a satisfactory DBS check. What's On Offer <ul> <li>£12.21 per hour</li><li>35 days per year (pro-rata) plus time off for your birthday</li><li>Enhanced company pension contribution (5%)</li><li>Wellbeing hour every week to focus on your health and happiness</li><li>Length of service holidays (up to 3 extra days)</li><li>5 volunteering days per year to help a cause of your choice</li><li>Free on-site car parking</li><li>Free suicide awareness &amp; mental health first aid qualification</li><li>Paid on 19th of each month for the full month</li></ul> Key Tasks Client Support &amp; Coordination: <ul> <li>Ensure all aspects of working clients are fulfilled within agreed timescales and quality standards.</li><li>Liaising with other external agencies, complementary therapies, and community groups on behalf of people who use our client's services.</li></ul> Safeguarding: <ul> <li>Contribute to protecting individuals from the risk of abuse and harm, both to themselves and others using services.</li></ul> Teamwork &amp; Collaboration: <ul> <li>Work as part of a team, sharing information and providing support to colleagues, including volunteers and trainees.</li><li>Engage in regular team meeting and discussions to ensure effective communication and collaboration.</li></ul> Record Keeping &amp; Documentation: <ul> <li>Maintain accurate records as per company policy and procedures utilising appropriate paper and electron systems.</li><li>Keep up to date details of services activities and outcomes in charity logs, always ensuring transparency and accountability.</li></ul> Relationship Building: <ul> <li>Build rapport with service users based on respect and honesty, offering support and trustworthy environment for their recovery journey.</li></ul> Please note that our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship for applicants that do not have the right to work in the UK or who may need sponsorship in the future. They are a disability confident employer and if you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application, please let them know.

Recovery Worker

CBT High Intensity Therapist Location: Chelmsford Salary: £43,742 per annum, plus benefits Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time We are recruiting for a High Intensity/ CBT Therapist at HMP Chelmsford Here at Forward Trust, we deliver a complex range of drug and alcohol services in the unique prison environment. Our support includes providing advice, health and wellbeing, motivational work, clinical services, and a wider range of group work and treatment programmes. The Forward Trust services which are delivered within prison settings are commissioned by NHS England and are delivered in partnership with primary healthcare providers and HMPPS. Integration and partnership are integral to the work we do. We believe that everyone can live a fulfilling life, whatever their past. Our work in prisons aims to support those affected by drug or alcohol issues to create lasting change and reduce dependency, homelessness, unemployment and re-offending. Role Responsibilities As a CBT therapist you will work with adults on an individual face-to-face basis or through facilitating therapeutic groups and work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages and should be committed to equal opportunities. Key part of this role is to assess a service user's suitability for, and to deliver a range of Step 3 evidence based interventions in line with NICE Guidelines. The post holder will provide line management to the senior PWP. There will be Case management and Clinical skills responsibilities. There will also be additional management and leadership duties working in conjunction with the Senior PWP. i.e. report writing and attendance at internal and external MDT meetings. The post holder will have a team work approach and be flexible and adaptable to the needs of the organisation and will be required to work between locations as agreed. At times you will be the most senior representative on site and you will be in a position of trust and building an excellent relationship with your manager will be a priority, as well as collaborative working relationships with partner agencies. All prison-based roles will require enhanced DBS and HMPPS security vetting. Please note this process can take up to 3-6 weeks. All offers are subject to receiving both HMPPS vetting and DBS clearances. Checks will require you to provide information on the below: <ul> <li>Yourself (personal information, financial information, police information, criminal history)</li><li>Your family (parents, parents' partners, siblings, partner(s), children)</li><li>Co-residents</li><li>Associations that may cause a conflict of interest with your role or the prison service.</li><li>Background checks across police information systems on you, your family and other associates</li><li>Credit reference checks</li><li>Social media and Open-Source checks (these are checks on content about you that's publicly available on the internet to ensure there's nothing linked to you that could undermine public trust and confidence in the prison service)</li><li>Other government and overseas agency or police checks.</li></ul> The Ideal Candidate Please see below a list of skills and experience needed for this role. <ul> <li>Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties and people in primary care</li><li>Experience of organising, planning and prioritising own workload</li><li>Knowledge of the criminal justice sector and/or community services</li><li>Experience of Managing and developing staff providing both Clinical and line management supervision</li><li>Experience of undertaking comprehensive risk assessments, including assessment of risk to self and others.</li><li>Ability to clearly communicate complex and sensitive information, both verbally and in writing</li><li>Inter-personal skills and ability to relate to a diverse range of people</li><li>Understanding the need for evidence based psychological interventions, in particular low/high intensity interventions</li><li>Ability to reflect on and continuously develop own practice</li><li>Ability to work flexibly in order to meet the needs of the service.</li><li>Ability to utilise training and apply to practice</li></ul> Please also see the Job Description attached for more information about this role. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

CBT High Intensity Therapist

Support Worker - Mental Health (Fixed-Term Contract)Location: Cheshunt, HertfordshireContract Type: 2 - 3 months - possibility to extend Hours: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week (9:00am - 5:30pm)Salary: £15-20 per hour Driving Licence Required Are you passionate about supporting people with mental health needs to live independently and thrive in their communities? We're looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join our team at a newly launching supported housing service in Cheshunt. This new service will support adults with a mental health diagnosis to build the skills and confidence needed for independent living. The goal is to help residents progress toward moving on to their own homes within 3-5 years. About the Role:As a Support Worker, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred housing-related support. You will work with individuals to identify goals, develop life skills, and support their wellbeing. Your day-to-day work will be both rewarding and impactful as you empower residents to flourish in their community. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li> Deliver tailored, strengths-based support to residents </li><li> Assist individuals in developing daily living skills, routines, and social confidence </li><li> Encourage and enable clients to work towards greater independence and community engagement </li><li> Work flexibly, including periods of lone working (a lone-working device will be provided) </li><li> Maintain accurate support plans, risk assessments, and records </li><li> Collaborate with local services and professionals to ensure holistic support </li></ul> What We're Looking For: <ul> <li> Experience working with adults with mental health needs </li><li> A proactive, compassionate, and person-centred approach </li><li> Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team </li><li> A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential) </li><li> Strong organisational and communication skills </li></ul> What We Offer: <ul> <li> Supportive working environment </li><li> Comprehensive induction and handover </li><li> Opportunities to extend the contract based on service need and performance </li></ul> Join us in making a real difference in people's lives. Apply today to be part of this exciting new initiative in Cheshunt. Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Mental Health Support Worker - Hertfordshire

Day Programme Recovery Worker Location: Kent Salary: £24,000 per annum plus benefits Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time We are recruiting for a Day Programme Recovery Worker in Kent Here at The Forward Trust Community hub we help to support people that have issues with drugs and/or alcohol and want to make a positive change. We also support the family and friends of people who are worried about their loved ones substance use. Role Responsibilities Working within a community-based treatment setting to provide support to drug and alcohol users aged 18 and over (dependent on service). Services are designed to deliver an integrated combination of treatment interventions to meet the holistic needs of service users in the community-this includes clinical, psycho-social and wellbeing interventions for service users. You will be delivering the Forward Trust's Substance Dependency Treatment Programme that uses the 12 Step Approach in a community day rehab setting. The role is based in the East Kent community drug and alcohol service and you will responsible for contributing to the success of the day programme and supporting service users to make transformational change. The aim is to ensure adequate accessibility across East Kent for all service use therefor the role will entail both face to face and online delivery. The role will require you to manage a case load of services users that are engaging with the programme, delivering frequent interventions and facilitating a structured programme on a daily basis. You will also be responsible for assessing service users and supporting their admission by working closely with Recovery Workers across the East Kent region. Some flexibility of delivery may be required within the role which may include evening/weekend shifts depending on the individual service. You may also be required with reasonable notice to travel to other projects in your area to deliver services, enabling continuity of care for the client group. The Ideal Candidate Please see below a list of skills and experience needed for this role. <ul> <li>Flexibility to meet the needs of the service as it develops</li><li>Carry out assessments, designing and implementing SMART care plans</li><li>A positive problem solving approach with the ability to focus on key issues quickly and clearly Effective negotiating and influencing skills</li><li>The ability to engage effectively with the service user group</li><li>Understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and equality issues</li><li>Working knowledge of using Microsoft office packages and video conferencing software and ability to support service users with digital literacy</li><li>Understanding of 12 step approach</li><li>Experience and knowledge of the range of psychosocial interventions including structured programme facilitation and how they benefit the service user group we work with</li><li>Knowledge and experience of using client information management systems</li></ul> Please also see the Job Description attached for more information about this role. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - <ul> <li>Flexible working</li><li>Training and development opportunities</li><li>Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)</li><li>Season Ticket Loan Scheme </li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Crisis Loan Scheme</li><li>Electric Car Scheme</li><li>3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)</li><li>Access to Blue Light Card</li><li>25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays </li><li>Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter </li><li>Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) </li><li>Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)</li></ul> To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with 'Lived Experience' of addiction, offending, or homelessness.When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/o

Day Programme Recovery Worker

Job Brief: Mental Health Recovery Worker - Hounslow (Full-Time) Location: Hounslow, TW3Reports to: Company DirectorHours: 40 hours/week (occasional flexibility required)Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 per annum (dependent on experience) We are seeking a Mental Health Recovery Worker to support adults with complex mental health needs in a residential setting. This is a hands-on role focused on safeguarding, recovery planning, medication oversight, and multi-agency liaison. You'll promote independence, ensure compliance with care plans, facilitate appointments, and help clients maintain tenancy and sobriety. You'll work closely with clients, their families, healthcare providers, and external agencies to support recovery goals. Some local travel and occasional out-of-hours cover may be required. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li> Support client wellbeing, independence, and recovery </li><li> Oversee medication processes and health checks </li><li> Lead keyworking sessions and update care/risk plans </li><li> Coordinate appointments, community integration, and benefit applications </li><li> Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health &amp; safety, and CQC standards </li><li> Maintain accurate records and contribute to audits/reports </li></ul> Ideal Candidate: <ul> <li> Experience with vulnerable adults and mental health in a residential setting </li><li> Strong written/verbal communication and basic IT skills </li><li> Confident with lone and team working </li><li> NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (preferred) </li><li> Driving license (desirable for supporting appointments) </li></ul>

Mental Health Recovery Worker

Counsellor Peripatetic Team Location: Essex Salary: £24,000 per annum plus benefits Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Make a real difference in people's lives. Join our dedicated Essex Community Rehabilitation service as a Counsellor. We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Counsellor to deliver a range of psychosocial and psychoeducational programmes, including The Brink of Change and Prep for SHARP, alongside 1:1 therapeutic support. You'll be based across multiple community partner hubs in Essex, supporting clients on their recovery journey. What you'll do: <ul> <li>Facilitate group therapy sessions and workshops</li><li>Provide 1:1 tailored therapeutic interventions</li><li>Manage a caseload and contribute to treatment planning</li><li>Collaborate with families, professionals, and stakeholders</li><li>Support clients with safeguarding, onward referrals, and aftercare planning</li></ul> What we're looking for: <ul> <li>Experience delivering structured therapeutic interventions</li><li>Knowledge of substance misuse and recovery support</li><li>Strong communication and assessment skills</li><li>A collaborative, values-driven approach</li><li>Commitment to professional development</li></ul> Qualifications <ul> <li>Recognised counselling qualification (Level 4 or above)- Essential</li><li>Accreditation with a recognised counselling body- Desirable</li></ul> Why join us?You'll play a vital role in transforming lives while gaining ongoing clinical supervision and development opportunities. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community.We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - <ul> <li>Flexible working</li><li>Training and development opportunities</li><li>Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)</li><li>Season Ticket Loan Scheme </li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Crisis Loan Scheme</li><li>Electric Car Scheme</li><li>3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)</li><li>Access to Blue Light Card</li><li>25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays </li><li>Contributory Pension Scheme - Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years' service and up to 9% thereafter </li><li>Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) </li><li>Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)</li></ul> To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. Diversity at Forward Trust The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with 'Lived Experience' of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work We recognise the importance of safeguarding, dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the 'Eligibility to Work in the UK' requirements.

Counsellor Peripatetic Team

Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing our client who are a trusted health and wellbeing network who have been making a positive difference in over 15 million lives, in their search to add a Night Digital Counsellor to their team. Our client offers the most comprehensive employee assistance programme on the market, giving 24/7 caring and compassionate support services to employers from organisations of all sizes, across the private, public and non-profit sector. This is a great opportunity to join the industry leading EAP and oh provider &amp; Sunday times 'best places to work' organisation as an Overnight Digital Counsellor The Role You will provide emotional support and guidance via digital mediums, primarily email, video call, live chat and SMS. You will complete risk assessments and work in line with the BACP Ethical Framework - ensuring the highest level of service and support is provided to all service users. You will also work on a 24/7 helpline, providing in the moment emotional support to individuals, conducting clinical assessments and signposting to specialised support services, where appropriate. Day To Day Responsibilities <ul> <li>To provide an efficient and effective digital counselling service to all service users working in line with clinical governance.</li><li>Effectively answer queries and triage to determine the most appropriate type of support required, i.e. advice, counselling etc.</li><li>Demonstrating an ability to work with a variety of individuals and presenting issues, including those who are distressed.</li><li>Directing service users to the appropriate person and managing expectations at all times. i.e. Legal Department.</li><li>Responding to all web enquiries and tailor responses to meet individual requirements.</li><li>Providing "In the moment support" to service users via the Live Chat function and Live Video Calls</li><li>Acting as a CBT mentor</li></ul> What You Bring To The Team <ul> <li>Minimum diploma level 4 in Counselling &amp; minimum of 150 counselling hours</li><li>12 months post qualification experience</li><li>To be a registered member of the BACP or equivalent</li><li>High level of computer literacy including telephony and CRM systems</li><li>Great communication and customer service skills</li><li>Relevant experience of working with safeguarding concerns and suicidal ideation</li></ul> Benefits <ul> <li>25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays</li><li>Day off on your birthday</li><li>Holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service</li><li>Cash plan for you (and your children, if any)</li><li>Contractual sick pay</li><li>Private medical insurance after 5 years' service</li><li>Pension Plan and Life Insurance</li><li>Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service</li><li>Support with revalidation and CPD</li><li>Funding support with training and development</li><li>Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service</li><li>Profit share scheme</li><li>Season ticket loan scheme after 6 months and successful completion of probationary period</li><li>Cycle to work scheme after 6 months and successful completion of probationary period</li><li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Company incentives, access to discount schemes</li><li>Paid membership to BACP upon successful completion of probationary period (or equivalent accrediting body)</li><li>Quarterly voucher benefit</li><li>Support with CDP</li><li>Funding support with training and development</li></ul> 49602LSR INDMANS

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