At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide impactful counselling support to young people facing mental health challenges.
- Company: Ambitious charity dedicated to supporting youth in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent position, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help empower young people to overcome their struggles.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health support and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 31000 £ per year.
Full time position: 35 Hours per week
Salary: £28,000-£31,000
Duration: Permanent
Location: Hub based (Peterborough & Huntingdon)
Closing date: 7th September
Interviews to be held week commencing 14th September
Our client is an ambitious and growing charity based across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. They offer a range of high-quality services to young people aged up to 25, including information and support on a “drop in” basis, mental health services, counselling, housing and financial advice, sexual health support and support for young carers.
You will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team in our client’s Someone to Talk to Service to provide excellent, safe, responsive and impactful counselling support to young people aged 13-25 who are experiencing a range of mental health and emotional difficulties. Your role will include:
- Undertaking ‘first contact’ sessions and follow up calls with young people
- Delivering short-term counselling to a caseload of young people
- Assessing and managing risk and safeguarding concerns
- Making onward referrals or liaising with other professionals as appropriate
- Supporting the wider work of the team and the continuous development of the service
- Representing and promoting the needs of young people in relevant networks or initiatives
You will work to our client’s values of being young person-led, collaborative, inclusive and striving for excellence. You will be working primarily from their Peterborough and Huntingdon hub but may be required at times to travel to other hubs within Cambridgeshire.
Mental Health and Counselling Project Worker in Peterborough employer: GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED
As a dedicated charity focused on supporting young people, our client offers a nurturing work environment that prioritises collaboration, inclusivity, and excellence. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those aged 13-25 facing mental health challenges. Located in the vibrant hubs of Peterborough and Huntingdon, this role provides a unique opportunity to engage with the community while working alongside a passionate multi-disciplinary team.
Contact Details:
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