Associate Therapist - Fostering

Join Our Team as an Associate Therapist - Fostering!

Location: FCA South East - Home-based

Salary: £35 per hour

About Us

At Foster Care Associates South East, we pride ourselves on being a Good-rated Ofsted service as of 2023. Our mission is clear: we are deeply committed to ensuring that every child in our care lives a ‘safe and happy’ life. With our office located in London Bridge, our dedicated staff and Foster Parents are spread across the beautiful regions of Kent, Sussex, London, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bournemouth, and the Isle of Wight.

What We Are Looking For

Are you a highly motivated and passionate therapist or a therapy-trained social worker? If so, we want you to help us deliver exceptional therapy services that create a nurturing environment for looked-after children and young people.

Your Role

As an Associate Therapist, you will:

• Provide consultation sessions for Foster Parents facing challenges, collaborating with our team to address placement issues.
• Build strong relationships with new Foster Parents by leading sessions and groups during their first year.
• Facilitate workshops for our staff to enhance ongoing reflective therapeutic practice and learning.

What You Bring

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience in a fostering service or a similar environment.
• Can demonstrate strong administration skills and the ability to adhere to regulatory policies.
• Thrives in a fast-paced team setting.

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must be qualified and accredited with one of the following professional bodies:

• BACP - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
• BPS - British Psychological Society
• HCPC - Health and Care Professions Council
• UKCP - UK Council for Psychotherapy
• PTUK - Play Therapy UK

Why Join Us?

At FCA, we believe in equal opportunities and are proud to hold the Disability Confident Employer status awarded by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of children and young people, we encourage you to apply! We can’t wait to hear from you.