Catch22 exists to help build a society where everyone has a good place to live, good people around them, and a fulfilling purpose - we call these our '3Ps'.

We achieve this in two ways. First, we improve lives on the frontline through delivery of public services. Secondly, we use our knowledge to change 'the system', to fix the complex web that can trap and disempower those it was set up to help. With the heart of a charity, and the mindset of a business, we are uniquely placed to deliver on this challenging agenda.

Hampshire 24/7 Substance Misuse Service

Our Hampshire 24/7 Substance Misuse Service is a county wide, community engagement based service, which offers targeted and specialist treatment to young people aged 25 years and under. We are a forward thinking, person-centred service, with a high level of credibility among young people. 

Inclusion22 is a project that supports children aged 8-17 who are effected by parental substance misuse.   The Senior Practitioner wil have responsibility for the operational oversight of the Inclusion22 programme.   This is a new role and the successful applicant will manage the practitioners working within the programme.  They will also form part of the management team of Hampshire 24/7

This is a very exciting time to join our expanding team! We are looking to recruit a Senior Practitioner in Hampshire, who will work with children accessing the Inclusion22 service and oversee the operational delivery of the programme.

As Senior Practitioner you will be tasked with ensuring the delivery of a high-quality service that meets targets, standards and KPI's. You will also provide line management support to the Inclusion22 team.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Recruiting, managing, motivating, coaching and developing a staff team including carrying out annual appraisals and regular supervision meetings.
• Ensuring all safeguarding processes are followed, and that staff are clear safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
• Managing operational risk, health and safety, governance and safeguarding issues in line with Catch22 and Commissioner policies.
• Liaising effectively with local partner organisations and other relevant agencies to promote the continued work of the service.

The work can be challenging, but it is hugely rewarding. The services delivered by our Practitioners has proven to make a real change in the lives of our service users. Last year, 100% were satisfied with our service, 98% felt more able to make positive choices in life, 86% felt that their mental health had improved, and 91% of service users under the age of 18 left the service with a positive outcome (e.g. a reduction in risk, or an improvement in their circumstances). 

In addition to the comprehensive training package offered by Catch22, you will also have the opportunity to develop your skills and expertise through a range of additional training offered by Inclusion and Hampshire County Council. This role also offers the opportunity to build networks and work with a range of partner agencies and commissioners across the substance misuse sector.

Please click here to view the full Job Description

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with young people in a counselling role
• Experience of working with challenging and hard to engage children and young people
• Experience of working with children and young people who have experienced Adverse childhood experiences and trauma
• Working with young people in group and one-to-one settings
• Trauma-informed practitioner.

Salary: up to £32,000 dependant on skills and experience
Hours of work: Full time, 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hampshire - the office bases are  in Havant and Aldershot - there  will be a requirement that you can travel across the county

You can work from home/remotely once or twice a week, but this is dependent on service requirements so we are unable to guarantee specific days.

• You will be based in one of the hubs listed above, but the role will require regular travel across the region, so a driving license and access to a vehicle are required.
• This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 
• If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact [email protected] to arrange a chat with the Service Manager.

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.

If you are applying for this role and are care experienced, Catch22 offers a mentor to assist with the application process.  Please contact [email protected] if you would like to find out more about this support.  This information will not be passed to the team recruiting for this position. For more information about the Propel Programme and a guide for candidates who wish to join the programme, please see here.