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CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLES SEXUAL VIOLENCE COUNSELLOR (OUTREACH)
About this role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our established and respected, specialist sexual violence team.
We currently have 1 x 21-hour post for qualified counsellor to deliver therapeutic services to children and young people who have been affected by sexual violence.
You will be joining an established but growing team of staff to deliver support via outreach in schools and other community venues across Teesside, with occasionally delivering support from our office based in Middlesbrough.
The ideal candidate will have experience of delivering therapeutic support to children and young people, particularly play therapy for children aged 13 and under. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to work independently but also as part of a team.

Closing Date: Wednesday 30th April @ 12pm
Interviews: Friday 2nd May

Type of contract: Permanent
Responsible to: Children and Young Persons Lead
Salary: £27,354.60 (£15.03/hour) salary is pro rata based on 35 hours per week and subject to review following successful completion of probation.
Hours: 21 hours
Location: Working across Teesside with office location in Middlesbrough
Holidays: Starting at 25 days per annum plus public bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)

Interested? Email us at admin@archteesside.org for more information

Self Referral Terms

Please read the following information before completing  this referral:

  • ARCH Teesside are a victim focused organisation and as such we do not accept referrals for anyone who is subject (the suspect) to an ongoing police investigation for sexual, domestic, or violent offences, or for anyone who may pose a risk of harm to others.
  • ARCH Teesside Counselling Service provides therapeutic support for anyone in Middlesbrough, Stockton and Hartlepool who has experienced rape or any form of sexual abuse at any time in their lives and is struggling to cope with their feelings and emotions in relation to these experiences.
  • We also offer support to Men and Boys from Redcar and Cleveland. We work in partnership to support the needs of children and young people.
  • Therapy can be hard work and extremely challenging, especially in the early days. We are unable provide emergency crisis support or work with complex or severe mental health issues. For anyone who is struggling with issues relating to substance misuse, other services should also be considered. 

I confirm that the person being referred does not pose a risk of harm to others, and is not known to Police regarding violent or sexual offences.

By ticking this box, I / the person being referred agree for checks to be made regarding their risk status.

ARCH Teesside reserve the right to refuse referrals and the provision of services. All relevant risk and need information should be sent with the referral, contact 01642 822335 for more information. This referral cannot be submitted unless the above information is confirmed.

Professional Referral Terms

Please read the following information before continuing with this referral:

  • ARCH Teesside are a victim focused organisation and as such we do not accept referrals for anyone who is subject (the suspect) to an ongoing police investigation for sexual, domestic, or violent offences, or for anyone who may pose a risk of harm to others.
  • ARCH Teesside Counselling Service provides therapeutic support for anyone in Middlesbrough, Stockton and Hartlepool who has experienced rape or any form of sexual abuse at any time in their lives and is struggling to cope with their feelings and emotions in relation to these experiences.
  • We also offer support to Men and Boys from Redcar and Cleveland. We work in partnership to support the needs of children and young people.
  • Therapy can be hard work and extremely challenging, especially in the early days. It is therefore important that you consider the appropriateness of ARCH for the client’s needs before making a referral.
  • For example, we are unable provide emergency crisis support or work with complex or severe mental health issues. Please speak to our referrals team on (01642) 822335 to discuss needs and appropriateness if you are unsure.
  • In the best interests of the person being referred, consideration should be given to specialist services for anyone who is struggling with issues relating to substance misuse.

I confirm that the person being referred does not pose a risk of harm to others, and is not known to Police regarding violent or sexual offences.

By ticking this box, I / the person being referred agree for checks to be made regarding their risk status.

ARCH Teesside reserve the right to refuse referrals and the provision of services. All relevant risk and need information should be sent with the referral, contact 01642 822335 for more information. This referral cannot be submitted unless the above information is confirmed.