YPAS offers a range of wellbeing and therapeutic services for children aged 5-15 years, young people ages 16-25 years and their families in Merseyside.
Established in 1966 YPAS is a charitable sector organisation that supports children, young people and families with their mental health and emotional wellbeing difficulties. We deliver our services in primary schools, secondary schools and 3 community hubs across the city.
- YPAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and families and expects all staff to share in this commitment.
- We aim for quality services and equal opportunities for all.
Student Placements at YPAS
YPAS works alongside and has strong relationships with universities and higher education institutes (HEI). At YPAS, we offer counselling placements for students undertaking counselling and psychotherapy training. We are committed to supporting our students in reaching their full potential.
Counselling and/or Psychotherapy Placements
If you would like to join us or would like more information regarding our counselling and psychotherapy placements, please send your up-to-date contact details and CV to [email protected]
YPAS is currently accepting applications and has limited therapy student placement positions.
Other Student Placements:
If the placement query concerns alternative disciplines (such as social work or youth work), don’t hesitate to contact the designated placement coordinator at your university or HEI.
Current Vacancies:
- Trainee Children and Young People’s Specialist Clinical Practice Autism and Learning Disabilities (LD/A Practitioner)
YPAS is excited to offer a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed professional to join our team as a LD/A Practitioner. This 12-month training post combines hands-on experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities and/or autism (LD/A), alongside a fully funded Postgraduate Certificate and Weekly Clinical Supervision.
Closing Date: Friday 22/08/2025 (10am)
For job description and more information, please click here.
- Trainee Children and Young People’s Wellbeing Practitioners (CYWPs) x10
YPAS is recruiting 10 Trainee CYWPs to join our team and train to deliver early mental health support to young people. This is a chance to learn, grow and build a career that really matters — while earning as you train.
Closing Date: Wednesday 03/09/2025 (4pm)
For job description and more information, please click here.
- Trainee CBT Practitioners X3
Are you looking for an incredible opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and innovative work environment? Look no further! We are seeking talented and passionate individuals to join our team and make a significant impact on Children and Young People’s Mental Health and Wellbeing.
Closing Date: Friday 19/09/2025 (10am)
For job description and more information, please click here.