Counselling Support and Outreach Coordinator – South and West Wales

2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.

Aims

• Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite.
• Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals.
• Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person.
• Provide a professional counselling service and complementary therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person.
• Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person.
• Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person.
• To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families.

Our values and commitment

Our work is rooted in values. They are the foundation of who we are as a team, how we operate as a service, and how we support those who place their trust in us during incredibly difficult times. Our values are not aspirational, they are lived, embedded, and non‑negotiable. We are guided by Compassion in everything we do, ensuring that people feel heard, respected and cared for with empathy and kindness. We are Bold in our thinking and our actions, speaking up when it matters and striving to make meaningful change rather than settling for what is easy. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of Excellence, always seeking to learn, improve and deliver the very best support possible. And we believe deeply in Community, working together, supporting one another, and recognising that we are stronger when we act with unity, trust and shared purpose. Because our values are so central to our culture and our service, we are clear and upfront: we will only recruit people who genuinely reflect and believe in them. Skills and experience are important, but values are essential. We are looking for people whose behaviours consistently demonstrate compassion, boldness, excellence and community, both within the team and in how they engage with those we serve. If our values resonate with you, and you are committed to bringing them to life every day, then we would welcome your application and the opportunity to get to know you.

Context of role

2wish supports anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We are a largely self-funded charity providing support across Wales and in the bordering counties with England, providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage.

Main duties

• To coordinate support services including counselling, complementary therapy and play therapy for bereaved individuals.
• To receive and contact historic referrals directly from professional agencies, bereaved individuals, or the immediate support team.
• To contact all individuals within 48 hours of receiving a support service referral.
• To liaise with counsellors, complementary therapists and play therapists to arrange and coordinate support.
• To recruit new counsellors and therapists within your geographical boundaries and surrounding areas and build a community of therapists to engage with 2wish.
• To deliver awareness training to secondary referral partners in healthcare settings, schools and workplaces on the use of the bereavement boxes, referring into the charity and bereavement awareness.
• To set up, coordinate and support in the delivery of the focus support groups.
• To plan, organise and attend bi-monthly family and sibling events.
• To set‑up, coordinate, and chair quarterly 2wish Practitioner Forums for those working to support bereaved individuals.
• Attend any other relevant forums.
• To co‑manage, maintain, and monitor the 2Wish Families Facebook page and ensure appropriate and up‑to‑date content.
• To co‑manage, maintain, and monitor the Counsellors and Therapists Facebook page and ensure appropriate and ongoing training and guest speakers as required.
• To send one‑year anniversary thinking of you cards to bereaved families.
• To work consistently to raise awareness of 2wish in the community and with key partners.
• Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish.
• Support in the planning of and attend the annual 2wish Conference.
• To submit monthly/quarterly/annual reports to management as required.
• To signpost and/or refer to other agencies as required that can provide support as needed.

General

• To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration.
• To keep clear and up to date records on database of activities with families and any ensuing action.
• To promote the on‑going work and continued support that 2wish can offer.
• To work as part of a team providing support to suddenly bereaved families.
• To work alongside support team and maintain a seamless approach to service delivery.
• To maintain a high degree of confidentiality in accordance with the charity’s policies.
• To show respect and sensitivity for the cultural and religious beliefs of families.
• To undertake learning opportunities and seek them out for the team.
• To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate.
• To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary.
• Participate as and when required in team meetings and one‑to‑one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role.
• To contribute to the evaluation and monitoring processes to ensure effectiveness of services and activities provided.
• Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish.

It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in many circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken. This role is subject to a DBS check.

What we do for you

• Contract type: Permanent.
• Hours: Normal office hours are 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu.
• Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.
• Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto‑enrol you into the scheme in accordance with its auto‑enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions – employer 3% and employee 5%).
• Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage in accordance with our expense policy, undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.
• Location: This post is hybrid based with some travel across the region you are covering, as well as the office.

Additional benefits for our employees

• An Employee Assistance Programme, including wellbeing support.
• Free parking on 2wish premises.
• Free branded 2wish clothing.
• An extra annual leave day on your birthday.
• Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service.
• Paid sick leave.
• Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise.
• Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family.
• Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events.
• Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties.
• Reimbursement of work expenses.
• Bright Exchange employee discounts.
• Auto‑enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service.

How to apply

Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two‑minute video, by email. Closing date Friday 5th June 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Only those applicants that have been shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.