Outreach Practitioner: Gambling Harm & Community Support

AQUARIUS ACTION PROJECTS; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme (4.5% employer)

Life assurance (3× salary)

Enhanced sick pay

Birthday leave

Professional fee reimbursement

GP access and EAP

Recognition and long service awards

Cycle to Work

Discounts

Will writing service

Job summary

Waythrough is seeking an Outreach Practitioner for the Gambling Prevention Team in West Mercia. The role involves delivering outreach, assessments and person-centred interventions to adults and young people affected by gambling-related harm, across community and partner settings.

You will engage with individuals who may be vulnerable, work with partners to raise awareness, and provide training while maintaining confidential case records and safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in gambling-related harm support and safeguarding.
• Ability to engage with diverse communities.
• Strong communication and IT skills and keeping case records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outreach, assessments and personalised interventions for individuals affected by gambling-related harm.
• Engage with communities to build trusted relationships and reduce stigma.
• Collaborate with health professionals and voluntary organisations for coordinated support.
• Promote awareness of gambling-related harm through outreach and partnerships.
• Provide training and workshops to professionals.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure safeguarding and confidentiality.

Skills

Gambling support

Safeguarding

Community engagement

Communication

Travel willingness

Job description

Waythrough is seeking an Outreach Practitioner for the Gambling Prevention Team in West Mercia. The role involves delivering outreach, assessments and person-centred interventions to adults and young people affected by gambling-related harm, across community and partner settings.

You will engage with individuals who may be vulnerable, work with partners to raise awareness, and provide training while maintaining confidential case records and safeguarding standards.