Redthread is a hospital based youth work service working alongside NHS staff and other professionals in emergency departments.
Our experienced specialist youth workers engage with and support young people aiming to reduce serious youth violence. Redthread supports young people aged 11-25 years old who are victims of/at risk of serious youth violence and/or exploitation. We often meet young people at a moment of change and work with them to find a positive way forward.
We provide long-term holistic support. We consider every aspect of a young persons life and build support around them.
The Counsellor will work as part of the youth work team within the Youth Violence Intervention Programme delivered in Birmingham health care settings. The counsellor will provide comprehensive psychological assessments and formulations for children and young people who access Redthreads services. They will use engagement skills to support young people to engage with short term therapeutic interventions and deliver a therapeutic and clinically safe environment within the hospital setting.
Qualifications :
* Qualified and registered counsellor/therapist with BACP UKCP or NCPS
* EMDR CBT or Trauma specialism
Additional Information :
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Location: Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham Heartlands Hospital Birmingham and Birmingham Childrens Hospital. With regular travel to other Redthread sites and offices when required.
Hours: 21 hours per week
Salary: FTE - 35000 (19864.86 Pro Rata)
Contract type: Permanent
How to Apply: Please see the Job pack for information on submitting your application and please note that the closing date for this opportunity is 10:00 on Friday 13th June 2025.
Please note: If we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close the advert before the closing date. Therefore early applications are encouraged.
1. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an in person interview with the Redthread team In Birmingham on Friday 20th June 2025.
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
We offer an enhanced Employee Assistance Programme which provides free 24/7 confidential helpline services (accessed either by phone and/or online) including structured counselling services and practical resources aimed to support your work-life balance. In addition some aspects of the EAP service are also available to share with an employees dependants including their partner.
Cycle to Work Scheme
We offer a Cycle to Work scheme which enables savings on the cost of a new bike and accessories for employees wishing to cycle to work for all or part of their journey. Employees can sign up after one months service
Work-based learning and Professional Development
We aim to build a culture and environment for staff to learn develop and achieve their full potential whilst delivering services through a skilled and competent workforce. To achieve this Redthread have a comprehensive staff training programme which provides individuals with resources training and support to learn and develop their skills. We also encourage our staff to undertake work-based learning and provide support for continuous professional development whilst helping staff achieve a work-life balance.
See the benefits of working for Catch22 here.
Unless otherwise stated interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified so early application is strongly advised.
At Catch22 we value equality diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity both as an employer and as a provider of services. Diversity and Inclusion is part of what we do every day working to deliver our vision to build a strong society where everyone has good people around them a purpose and a good place to live.
Catch22 is committed to rigorous safeguarding and safer recruitment practices; ensuring that every individual within the organisation has been safely and appropriately checked.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Part-time
Key Skills
Experience Working With Students,Organizational skills,Classroom Management,Behavioral Health,Classroom Experience,Mediation Experience,Special Education,Conflict Management,Teaching,Experience with Children,Public Speaking,Word Processing
Experience: years
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