Are you a qualified Therapist or Counsellor looking to change the lives of young vulnerable people?
We are looking for a Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team!
As our Therapist at Swaay, you will work between our office, school and homes, all within the Bracknell and Farnborough areas, developing therapeutic programmes in both group and individual settings.
The successful candidate will have a qualification in a discipline relevant to working with children, such as CBT; Play Therapy; Psychotherapy, DDP, Counselling and have experience working with children and young people.
Roles and Responsibilities:
* Develop individual therapy programmes for young people on case load based on assessments and case notes under the supervision of experienced psychologists and practitioners.
* Conduct individual therapy with young people residing at SWAAY.
* Form part of the core group for each young person on case load.
* Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of group work programmes, using evidence based practice.
* Assist with day-to-day administration tasks.
* Attend multidisciplinary meetings relating to the young people and work closely with other staff members to ensure that appropriate arrangements are in place to maintain a focused therapeutic placement.
* Present and provide training/presentations at other agencies and at national and international conferences.
About us:
For over 30 years, SWAAY have been providing specialised, high-quality residential care, education and therapeutic services for young males aged 11-18 with developmental trauma, attachment difficulties and who have displayed sexually harmful behaviour. We are now widely recognised for the excellent therapeutic service programs that we offer and have contributed to research and literature in the field.
We work to reduce the risk these young people pose, meet their complex needs and help them manage their physical and behavioural difficulties, so that they can build healthy relationships and go on to lead fulfilling, rewarding and offence-free lives.
Full time (37.5 hours a week) 9-5 style working pattern
We look forward to receiving your application!
SWAAY is committed to safeguarding children. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and a health check.
SWAAY is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce, celebrating each individual’s uniqueness.
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