Job Description

Therapeutic Coordinator - Empowering Young Futures (Sheffield)

Join RFM Supported Living: Shape the Future of Youth Care!

Are you a compassionate, skilled professional with a deep understanding of therapeutic practice and a passion for empowering vulnerable young people? RFM Supported Living Ltd. is a modern, forward-thinking supported living provider in Sheffield, dedicated to transforming the landscape of community care for children and young people (aged 16-18, with future plans for up to 25).

We are seeking an exceptional

Therapeutic Coordinator

to join our innovative team. This is a unique opportunity to directly impact the lives of young people, working across our supported living homes, and collaborating closely with our dedicated staff to provide truly person-centred, goal-oriented, and recovery-focused care. If you are committed to evidence-based practice, continuous learning, and believe in the power of therapeutic relationships, we want to hear from you.

About RFM Supported Living Ltd.:

Founded by young people passionate about creating impactful change, RFM Supported Living prides itself on a fresh, research-driven approach to supported living. We move beyond traditional models to provide holistic, individualised support that genuinely boosts young people's confidence, skills, and pathways to independence. We embrace the Recovery Model, Person-Centred Care, and Goal-Oriented Practice, ensuring every young person's journey is tailored to their unique needs and aspirations.

The Role: Therapeutic Coordinator

As our Therapeutic Coordinator, you will be a vital bridge between therapeutic insights and daily care practice. You will work dynamically across our supported living houses, providing specialist therapeutic assessments and guidance to our care teams. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting young people who have experienced complex challenges, including mental health difficulties, child sexual/criminal exploitation, domestic violence, or family breakdown.

Key Responsibilities:

Therapeutic Assessment & Pathway Development:

Conduct comprehensive, holistic, and trauma-informed therapeutic assessments for young people upon admission and on an ongoing basis. Contribute to the development and ongoing review of individualised "This is Me" / Support Plans, ensuring they are therapeutically informed, person-centred, and goal-oriented. Work closely with young people, their social workers, and care managers to identify key developmental pathways (e.g., emotional regulation, social skills, independence, educational/vocational routes).

Direct Therapeutic Engagement:

Provide dedicated

weekly 1:1 therapeutic time

with individual young people, building strong, trusting therapeutic relationships. This will focus on fostering emotional literacy, resilience, coping strategies, and addressing underlying needs. Utilise a range of therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, DBT-informed skills, art therapy, play therapy techniques, attachment-based approaches) adapted to the young person's age, developmental stage, and preferences.

Consultation & Guidance for Care Teams:

Act as a therapeutic consultant for Care Managers and support staff, providing insights into challenging behaviours as communication of unmet needs. Collaborate to develop and implement effective, positive behaviour support strategies based on the young person's therapeutic plan and current research. Contribute to daily care planning, ensuring a consistent therapeutic approach across the home environment.

Goal-Oriented Practice & Skill Building:

Work with young people and the Activities Coordinator to identify, set, and monitor progress towards meaningful short and long-term goals related to their emotional well-being, life skills, and future aspirations. Develop and facilitate workshops or group sessions for young people on themes such as confidence building, emotional intelligence, healthy relationships, and resilience.

Research & Strategy Implementation:

Stay abreast of current research in child and adolescent mental health, trauma-informed care, therapeutic interventions for exploitation, and positive youth development. Work proactively with the management team to integrate new, evidence-based strategies and innovations into RFM's care model.

Opportunity to collaborate on in-house research projects

to enhance our practice and contribute to the wider field of youth care.

Template Development & Training:

Create user-friendly therapeutic templates and resources for Care Managers and support staff to utilise in their daily work, ensuring consistent, high-quality practice even when you are not on-site. Contribute to staff training and development, sharing therapeutic knowledge and practical skills.

Multi-Agency Liaison:

Liaise with external professionals such as CAMHS, specialist exploitation services, youth offending services, and educational providers to ensure integrated support. Participate in multi-agency meetings (e.g., PEPs, LAC reviews) to advocate for the young person's therapeutic needs.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Essential:

Actively working towards or hold a recognised qualification in Counselling, Psychotherapy, or a related therapeutic discipline (e.g., Art Therapy, Play Therapy, Dramatherapy) from a reputable training provider.

Crucial:

Registration or working towards registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., BACP, UKCP, HCPC).

Experience:

Demonstrable experience working therapeutically with children and young people, particularly adolescents (16-18), in a direct support or clinical capacity. Understanding of the specific vulnerabilities faced by young people in supported living, including trauma, mental health difficulties, and exploitation (CSE/CCE). Familiarity with the Recovery Model, Person-Centred Care, and Goal-Oriented Practice.

Skills:

Exceptional ability to build rapport and establish trusting therapeutic relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds. Highly developed assessment, analytical, and formulation skills. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Ability to translate complex therapeutic concepts into practical strategies for care teams. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage a caseload and associated paperwork effectively. Proficiency in creating clear, accessible templates and resources. Proactive, self-motivated, and passionate about continuous professional development.

Mindset:

A modern, forward-thinking approach to youth care, open to innovation and research. Deep empathy, patience, and resilience. Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a dynamic, supportive team.

What RFM Supported Living Offers:

Competitive Salary:

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Exceptional Professional Development:

Significant opportunities for ongoing training, supervision, and support towards your therapeutic qualifications/registration.

Dedicated CPD & Research Opportunities:

Be part of a service that actively uses research to inform practice and offers opportunities to contribute to in-house research projects.

Flexible Working:

Opportunity to complete paperwork remotely (from home) to support work-life balance.

Supportive & Innovative Environment:

Work within a passionate team run by young people, committed to genuinely changing care for young people in the community.

Impactful Role:

The chance to make a profound and lasting positive impact on young lives.

Wellbeing Support:

Access to dedicated supervision and other wellbeing initiatives.

Future Benefits:

Access to Blue Light Cards and other benefits as the company grows.

If you are a driven and empathetic therapeutic professional ready to contribute to a pioneering service and empower young people to build brighter futures, we encourage you to apply!

To Apply:

Please submit your CV outlining your therapeutic philosophy, relevant experience, and how you align with RFM Supported Living's values and modern approach to care, via Indeed.

RFM Supported Living Ltd. is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 - 18 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexitime
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 25/06/2025
Reference ID: Therapeutic Lead
Expected start date: 30/06/2025