Counsellor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Conduct thorough assessments and provide short-term counseling interventions utilizing a brief solution-focused approach.

• Evaluate client needs and make referrals to suitable internal and external resources to ensure comprehensive support.

• Maintain accurate and detailed case documentation and submit files in line with clinical policies and regulatory standards.

• Achieve clinical objectives and key performance indicators as established by Clinical Management.

• Complete mandatory e-learning modules and participate in training sessions to remain updated on best practices.

• Exhibit strong clinical judgment in evaluating risks associated with child welfare, suicide/self-harm, substance abuse, and other safeguarding issues.

• Use computer systems for scheduling appointments, managing client records, and retrieving organizational information.

• Stay informed about relevant regulatory and legislative changes in mental health practice.

• Engage in weekly team meetings, monthly individual clinical supervision with your manager, and continuous professional development opportunities.

• Attend regular external clinical supervision with a qualified supervisor to uphold clinical best practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently hold Registered/Accredited membership with a recognized professional organization (BACP or equivalent).

• If not accredited, must possess at least a Diploma Level 7 in Counseling or an equivalent qualification (including 100 hours of organizational placement).

• A minimum of 3 years of post-qualifying experience working directly with clients.

• Completed at least 450 clinical hours.

• Proven background in assessment and delivery of short-term counseling.

• Demonstrated experience with brief solution-focused counseling models and remote counseling via telephone/video.

• Strong ability to identify and manage risks related to child welfare, suicide/self-harm, substance abuse, and other safeguarding areas.

• Excellent clinical judgment, a solid understanding of confidentiality obligations, a strong work ethic, and professional conduct.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, cultural competency, and interpersonal abilities.

• Reliable high-speed internet connection (essential for remote work) and proficiency with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), MS Teams, OneNote, and SoftPhone systems.

• Capability to work full-time, 35 hours per week over 5 days, with flexibility to establish a fixed schedule.

🏝️ Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance including access to Digital GP services.

• Dental Plan.

• Life Insurance coverage.

• Group Income Protection.

• 24 days of annual leave plus 2 additional wellbeing days per year, in addition to UK bank holidays.

• Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support available for you and your family.

• Permanent remote position with the flexibility to work from anywhere in the UK.

• Opportunities to enhance your clinical expertise and develop new therapeutic skills.

• Work with a diverse array of clients and presenting issues.

• Share clinical knowledge and best practices with a multidisciplinary team of experienced mental health professionals.

• Regular clinical supervision with qualified supervisors to support your ongoing professional growth.

• Access to professional development programs, both internal and external.