Adult & Young Persons Practitioners

Posted 29 January 2026
Salary Negotiable
LocationNewbury
Discipline Housing
Reference35723
Contact NameRachel Bennett

Job description

We are currently working in partnership with a charity based in Berkshire, who are recruiting for Adult & Young Persons Practitioners on temporary contracts.

The position is due to start as soon as next week. The rate of pay is negotiable.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in supporting vulnerable adults and young persons, whilst understanding the range of approaches needed towards those struggling with complex needs.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Working with a caseload of service users, either young persons or adults, and providing them with support plans

  • Ensuring all casework is properly recorded and service offers & outcomes are entered into the CRM

  • Actively collecting follow up information with regards to outcome and reconnections

  • Encouraging group work and key sessions

  • Assisting service users with clinical appointments when necessary

Experience required:

  • Working with clients in a trauma-informed way

  • Using motivational interview techniques to produce and approach referrals

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

  • IT skills and particularly Microsoft Office packages

  • Identifying and dealing with those struggling with substance misuse and mental health

Working hours:

  • Mon – Fri, 9am-5pm

  • Rota’d late shifts ever 3/4 weeks

    • 11am – 7pm Monday

    • 12pm – 8pm Thursday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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