At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals affected by gambling harm through compassionate, evidence-based interventions.
- Company: Join a dedicated clinical team focused on mental health and addiction recovery.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Collaborative atmosphere with opportunities for growth and ongoing training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while promoting emotional well-being and recovery.
- Qualifications: Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and experience in mental health or addiction support.
The predicted salary is between 22900 - 38418 £ per year.
- Job Descripton
- Gambling Wellbeing Practitioner
Reporting to
Head of Therapy
Location
Redditch
Salary
Hours
35 Hours per Week.
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated Gambling Wellbeing Practitioner to join our clinical team.
You will work closely with the Clinical Lead, CBT Therapists, Gambling Therapists, Recovery Workers, and external partners to support individuals experiencing gambling-related harm.
This role focuses on delivering evidence-based, psychologically informed CBT interventions that promote recovery, emotional well-being, social inclusion, and positive long-term outcomes.
You will support assessments, care planning, low-intensity therapeutic interventions, safeguarding responsibilities, and partnership working across services.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about mental health, addiction recovery, and helping people rebuild their lives.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Practice
- Deliver psychologically informed wellbeing interventions to individuals affected by gambling-related harm.
- Support assessments and formulation of emotional, psychological, and social needs.
- Help service users identify goals and develop recovery-focused care plans.
- Deliver structured short-term interventions within agreed treatment pathways.
- Encourage engagement with treatment, peer support, and recovery activities.
- Support access to appropriate external services and community resources.
- Risk and Safeguarding
- Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and risks.
- Undertake risk assessments and escalat e concerns in line with organisational policies.
- Maintain professional boundaries and safe working practices at all times.
- Partnership Working
- Build effective relationships with colleagues and external agencies.
- Liaise with healthcare professionals, referrers, and community organisations.
- Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions, and reviews.
- Clinical Governance & Development
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely records.
- Participate in supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing training.
- Contribute to service improvement, audit, and evaluation activities.
- Work in line with organisational policies, procedures, and professional standards.
About You
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Postgraduate Diploma (Pg Dip) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
- Ongoing professional development relevant to the role.
- Experience supporting individuals with mental health, addiction, or complex emotional well-being needs.
- Experience delivering structured wellbeing or psychologically informed interventions.
- Experience working within health, social care, charity, or community settings.
- Experience in managing and prioritising a caseload effectively.
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Essential Skills & Knowledge
- Knowledge of low-intensity CBT interventions or equivalent approaches.
- Understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and professional boundaries.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to build compassionate, trusting relationships with service users.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in emotionally challenging situations.
- Good organisational and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative appropriately.
Desirable
- Experience within addiction, criminal justice, or residential treatment settings.
- Knowledge of motivational interviewing, CBT-informed approaches, or trauma-informed practice.
- Understanding of co-occurring mental health difficulties and social exclusion.
- Experience facilitating psychoeducational or therapeutic groups.
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Gambling Wellbeing Practitioner in Redditch employer: Gordon Moody Association
Gordon Moody is an exceptional employer that prioritises meaningful work and employee development, offering a hybrid working model that promotes flexibility and work-life balance. With a strong focus on strategic partnerships and income generation, employees have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare and charity sectors while benefiting from a supportive culture that encourages professional growth and collaboration. Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing access to vital support services and contributing to the long-term sustainability of our mission.
