Make a Difference: Gambling Engagement Practitioner Needed in Sunderland Are you passionate about helping people and making a real difference in your community? We are looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team of Gambling Engagement Practitioners, based in Sunderland. This is a rewarding opportunity to support individuals affected by gambling harms and contribute to a healthier and happier North East region. What You?ll Do: Reach out to communities: Connect with individuals in your local area, raising awareness of the harms associated with gambling and providing vital support services. Offer tailored interventions: Provide personalised guidance and support to individuals experiencing gambling-related issues. Empower individuals: Help people understand the nature of gambling harms, build resilience, and create positive change in their lives. Collaborate with a team: Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals to share expertise and ensure a seamless and supportive approach. What You?ll Need: A passion for helping others: Genuine empathy and a strong desire to make a difference in people?s lives. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: The ability to build trust and rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong organisational and time management skills: The ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines effectively. Commitment to ethical and professional practices: Adherence to relevant policies and procedures, including safeguarding and confidentiality. Equivalent Level 4 Diploma in a relevant subject: Such as Health & Social Care, Counselling, or Psychology. What We Offer: Competitive salary: 27,864 per annum. Generous benefits: 24 days plus bank holidays annual leave (increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays after one year), mileage allowance, and opportunities for professional development. Making a real impact: Contribute to a healthier and happier community by supporting individuals affected by gambling harms. Flexible working: Full-time (35 hours) Monday - Friday with flexibility for some evening / weekend working. Desirable Characteristics: To be able to manage challenging situations Can work as an individual or part of a team Competent at dealing with all stakeholders Critical thinking,emotional intelligence Non-judgemental Organised,passionate,patience, Report writing (incident logs and daily plans etc),resilient Time management
