We are looking for a passionate practitioner to provide proactive support to individuals impacted by gambling harms, with a specific focus on young people aged 16-24. As part of our team you will deliver and develop our offer of gambling support and play a key role in engaging and inspiring a range of diverse communities.
Based out of our Gambling Hub in Sunderland and working peripatetically across the North East region.
Do you have?
- A professional Diploma (Level 4) or equivalent in a relevant field e.g. Health and Social Care, Counselling, Psychology.
- Experience of providing 1-1 or group support in a community setting.
- Experience of working with young people or in youth settings.
- A passion for developing and delivering quality community services, working in partnership to develop reciprocal relationships with other services and organisations.
NECA aims to be an equality and diversity employer. We welcome applications from relevant qualified people from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
We welcome and encourage applications from those with lived experience of gambling harms.
* An Enhanced DBS check will be required.
NECA offers;
As a local charity, we provide purposeful work complemented by a comprehensive induction and onboarding program. To support your professional growth, you will have access to Skills for Health training, alongside the following employee benefits;
- Enjoy a 35-hour work week (full time).
- Flexibility in start/finish times.
- Free Staff Parking.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Private Medical Insurance.
- 24/7 digital wellbeing platform with gym and wellness studio.
- BenefitHub retail & lifestyle discounts + Eligibility for charity worker discounts.
- Access to PayCare healthcare cash plan.
- 4.8 weeks of annual leave (rising to 6 after a year) plus bank holidays.
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Gambling Practitioner (Young People) in Sunderland employer: NECA
As a local charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by gambling harms, we offer a fulfilling work environment where your contributions make a real difference in the community. Our comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities, including access to Skills for Health training, ensure that you grow alongside a supportive team. With a flexible 35-hour work week, hybrid working options, and a range of employee benefits such as private medical insurance and wellness resources, we prioritise your well-being and work-life balance.
