Job summary The Cancer Psychology Service is an exciting and innovative service jointly offered by the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust and Macmillan. Our small and friendly team are situated at Worcester Royal Hospital; however, the service covers and provides patient clinics at all three hospital sites (Worcester, Kidderminster and Redditch). Launched in early 2019, the team consists of three Counsellors, two Clinical Psychologists and a Psychology Service Navigator. We are looking for a Counsellor/CBT Therapist to work 30 hours a week. You would have the opportunity to work with patients from a range of cancer specialities, inpatients and outpatients, as well as family members. Patients can be seen at every stage of their cancer experience; diagnosis, treatment, in recovery or receiving palliative treatment. As a Macmillan Professional, the successful post holder has access to a very generous yearly finance package to fund continuing professional development. This is a very unique and generous aspect of being a Macmillan Professional. If you are excited about this role but your experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification or criteria in the job description/person specification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Main duties of the job This post holder will provide Counselling/ Psychological Support as part of a stepped- care Clinical Psychology Service for cancer patients and carers (at diagnosis, during and post-treatment) of Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, in line with NICE guidelines for psychological support in cancer (2004). The post holder will provide effective and evidence- based Counselling/Psychological Therapy to cancer patients and carers/relatives, presenting with a variety of presenting problems (e.g. anxiety and depression). The post holder will also have opportunities to participate in education and training for cancer patients, carers/relatives and staff, contribute to service development and participate in Recovery Package initiatives such as Health and Wellbeing events. About us Our purpose is simple - Putting Patients First. We are looking for exceptional colleagues who can help us achieve this. Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond. The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester Our workforce is over 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them. We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us to achieve our Vision - working in partnership to provide the best healthcare for our communities, leading and supporting our teams to move 4ward. Our 4ward behaviours, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do. Our objectives are simple: Best services for local people Best experience of care and best outcomes for our patients Best use of resources Best people Better never stops, and our Clinical Services Strategy provides a clear future vision for our Trust, our hospitals, our services and our role in the wider health and care system. We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer. Date posted 31 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Salary will depend on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9365-25-0092 Job locations Charles Hastings Way Worcester Worcestershire WR5 1DD Job description Job responsibilities WORCESTERSHIRE ACUTE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST JOB DESCRIPTION Post Title- Macmillan Counsellor/ Macmillan CBT Therapist Pay Band- 6 Hours- part time 30 hours Contract- P ermanenet Location Department- Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Oncology Job Purpose To provide Level 3 Counselling/ Psychological Support as part of a stepped-care Clinical Psychology Service (Level 3 and 4) for cancer patients and carers (at diagnosis, during and post-treatment) and staff of Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, in line with NICE guidelines for psychological support in cancer (2004) and the Cancer Reform Strategy (2008) for psychological support during and after treatment; providing specialist assessment and treatment and clinical supervision. To be able to provide effective and evidenced based Counselling/Psychological Therapy (Level 3) to cancer patients and carers/relatives, presenting with a variety of presenting problems (e.g. anxiety and depression). This post will be part of a clinical psychology service which provides Level 3 and 4 psychological supports to all cancer patients in the Acute Trust. The post holder will provide Level 3 interventions to cancer patients (across all tumour sites), within the services remit, based on the developing needs of the service. The post holder will work as part of a team of other professionals such as Clinical Psychologists and Counsellors. Participate in education and training for cancer patients, carers/relatives and staff. Contribute to service development and participate in Recovery Package initiatives such as Health and Wellbeing events. To maintain appropriate records of clinical work, provide appropriate statistical returns and participate in outcomes assessments. The post will be based across the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trusts three sites (Worcester, Redditch and Kidderminster). The post holder will be self-motivated and be able to work flexibly in an evolving service. As a Macmillan and NHS professional the post holder will be required to be a good representation of the charity and the NHS to the public; upholding high standards of professionalism at all times. Key Duties: To maintain an individual caseload, carry out regular reviews and be able to signpost/refer patients as appropriate. Be able to carry out comprehensive first contact assessments (including risk assessment and management), provide detailed feedback to the team and contribute to decisions about the appropriateness of referrals in relation to the level of intervention required. To communicate effectively in highly complex situations regularly dealing with sensitive and contentious information and where there may be significant barriers to acceptance and sometimes conducted in hostile, antagonistic and highly emotive conditions. To frequently work within highly emotive and distressing circumstances such as initial diagnosis, invasive treatments, poor prognosis, pre and post-bereavement and family breakdown. To be accountable for own professional actions and decisions whilst being managed within professional and Trust policies. To contribute to psychological interventions which support self-management, wellbeing and improved quality of life (QoL). Work with and support colleagues to provide information and support for patients, relatives and carers who are affected by cancers. This includes signposting individuals to other services and organisations that may be able to offer support and advice. Where appropriate, liaise and work with ward staff regarding patients that are inpatients on the ward and be involved in discharge review ensuring continuity of care. To deliver and participate in departmental in-house training programmes. To liaise with other NHS professional and colleagues within the Trust and in the wider health community, this includes, PALs, Trust managers, ward staff, multi-disciplinary teams, health professionals in primary care, social services and voluntary bodies. To attend and actively participate in the weekly team meeting and when appropriate wider MDT meetings and participate in discussions regarding patient care by acting as patient advocate. To provide mentoring, consultation, information, recommendations or supervision to other health professionals. To offer a variable duration of counselling contact/psychological support, according to need; to encompass short and medium term work and intermittent follow up appointments as required by the particular circumstance of the client population, within the resources available. To maintain appropriate records of clinical work, provide appropriate statistical returns and participate in outcomes assessments. To be able comprehensively assess and monitor patient risks, document appropriately and follow risk management procedures and plans. Liaise effectively and appropriately with other Trust staff and/or external contacts on a need to know basis while protecting client confidentiality and safety. Provide face to face and where appropriate and required telephone/virtual platform counselling, support, information, assistance and advice where necessary; responding to queries and requests from referrers and potential and existing clients. To act as a point of contact for hospital departments which require information and advice regarding psycho-social interventions. To provide group and individual sessions for patients, carers and staff on subjects such as Managing Stress, Support for Carers, and so on. To engage in regular professional clinical supervision as required by BACP. To maintain professional attitude at all times, developing the role of the practitioner in the best interest of the patients and profession in accordance with the post holders professional body. Clinical Governance: Monitor and maintain health and safety and security of self and others in own workplace. Contribute to quality and improvement. Support equality, diversity and rights of patients and their families. To ensure that counselling procedures are implemented and maintained in accordance with the policies of the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust. To participate in the development and setting of standards, ensuring that acceptable levels are maintained. Job description Job responsibilities WORCESTERSHIRE ACUTE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST JOB DESCRIPTION Post Title- Macmillan Counsellor/ Macmillan CBT Therapist Pay Band- 6 Hours- part time 30 hours Contract- P ermanenet Location Department- Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Oncology Job Purpose To provide Level 3 Counselling/ Psychological Support as part of a stepped-care Clinical Psychology Service (Level 3 and 4) for cancer patients and carers (at diagnosis, during and post-treatment) and staff of Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, in line with NICE guidelines for psychological support in cancer (2004) and the Cancer Reform Strategy (2008) for psychological support during and after treatment; providing specialist assessment and treatment and clinical supervision. To be able to provide effective and evidenced based Counselling/Psychological Therapy (Level 3) to cancer patients and carers/relatives, presenting with a variety of presenting problems (e.g. anxiety and depression). This post will be part of a clinical psychology service which provides Level 3 and 4 psychological supports to all cancer patients in the Acute Trust. The post holder will provide Level 3 interventions to cancer patients (across all tumour sites), within the services remit, based on the developing needs of the service. The post holder will work as part of a team of other professionals such as Clinical Psychologists and Counsellors. Participate in education and training for cancer patients, carers/relatives and staff. Contribute to service development and participate in Recovery Package initiatives such as Health and Wellbeing events. To maintain appropriate records of clinical work, provide appropriate statistical returns and participate in outcomes assessments. The post will be based across the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trusts three sites (Worcester, Redditch and Kidderminster). The post holder will be self-motivated and be able to work flexibly in an evolving service. As a Macmillan and NHS professional the post holder will be required to be a good representation of the charity and the NHS to the public; upholding high standards of professionalism at all times. Key Duties: To maintain an individual caseload, carry out regular reviews and be able to signpost/refer patients as appropriate. Be able to carry out comprehensive first contact assessments (including risk assessment and management), provide detailed feedback to the team and contribute to decisions about the appropriateness of referrals in relation to the level of intervention required. To communicate effectively in highly complex situations regularly dealing with sensitive and contentious information and where there may be significant barriers to acceptance and sometimes conducted in hostile, antagonistic and highly emotive conditions. To frequently work within highly emotive and distressing circumstances such as initial diagnosis, invasive treatments, poor prognosis, pre and post-bereavement and family breakdown. To be accountable for own professional actions and decisions whilst being managed within professional and Trust policies. To contribute to psychological interventions which support self-management, wellbeing and improved quality of life (QoL). Work with and support colleagues to provide information and support for patients, relatives and carers who are affected by cancers. This includes signposting individuals to other services and organisations that may be able to offer support and advice. Where appropriate, liaise and work with ward staff regarding patients that are inpatients on the ward and be involved in discharge review ensuring continuity of care. To deliver and participate in departmental in-house training programmes. To liaise with other NHS professional and colleagues within the Trust and in the wider health community, this includes, PALs, Trust managers, ward staff, multi-disciplinary teams, health professionals in primary care, social services and voluntary bodies. To attend and actively participate in the weekly team meeting and when appropriate wider MDT meetings and participate in discussions regarding patient care by acting as patient advocate. To provide mentoring, consultation, information, recommendations or supervision to other health professionals. To offer a variable duration of counselling contact/psychological support, according to need; to encompass short and medium term work and intermittent follow up appointments as required by the particular circumstance of the client population, within the resources available. To maintain appropriate records of clinical work, provide appropriate statistical returns and participate in outcomes assessments. To be able comprehensively assess and monitor patient risks, document appropriately and follow risk management procedures and plans. Liaise effectively and appropriately with other Trust staff and/or external contacts on a need to know basis while protecting client confidentiality and safety. Provide face to face and where appropriate and required telephone/virtual platform counselling, support, information, assistance and advice where necessary; responding to queries and requests from referrers and potential and existing clients. To act as a point of contact for hospital departments which require information and advice regarding psycho-social interventions. To provide group and individual sessions for patients, carers and staff on subjects such as Managing Stress, Support for Carers, and so on. To engage in regular professional clinical supervision as required by BACP. To maintain professional attitude at all times, developing the role of the practitioner in the best interest of the patients and profession in accordance with the post holders professional body. Clinical Governance: Monitor and maintain health and safety and security of self and others in own workplace. Contribute to quality and improvement. Support equality, diversity and rights of patients and their families. To ensure that counselling procedures are implemented and maintained in accordance with the policies of the Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust. To participate in the development and setting of standards, ensuring that acceptable levels are maintained. Person Specification Experience Essential Knowledge of cancer and oncology treatments and of the physical and psychological impact of cancer. Specialist knowledge of psychological assessment. To identify and manage risk with a thorough understanding of and ability to utilise risk assessment, including safeguarding and follow all policies and statutory procedures regarding these. Good organisational/ time management skills/ able to prioritise and organise own workload. Ability to record and deal with accurate facts, figures and information Able to interpret and adhere to Trust and departmental policies protocols, procedures and guidelines Effective communicator both written and verbal Flexible to change in demands of service and a willingness to learn new skills Computer literate Ability to: Undertake therapeutic counselling work/Psychological Therapy with individuals, adults and children, couples and families in the area of illness, loss and bereavement Work autonomously, prioritise work and problem solve. Provide clinical supervision (where applicable and within own professional boundaries and qualifications). To identify personal developmental needs and show good personal and professional reflection. Maintain and contribute to administrative processes Follow BACP Code/ or relevant professional body, its application to practice and requirements of it for own practice and behaviour. Knowledge of person centred care/ relevant NICE guidelines/ legislation/ relevant guidance/ policies pertaining to this area. Understands actions necessary to promote peoples equality, diversity & rights To ensure actions contribute to quality Knowledge of the ageing process and related mental & physical health problems Understanding of Clinical Governance Knowledge of the individuals responsibility towards Health & Safety Understanding of the organisations values, vision and quality strategy Qualifications Essential Diploma or Degree in Counselling (Level 5) or Post Graduate recognised qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy BACP/BABCP Accreditation Evidence of continuing education Desirable Additional qualifications/ certificates of participation in additional training, in other therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Counselling for Depression and/ or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Person Specification Experience Essential Knowledge of cancer and oncology treatments and of the physical and psychological impact of cancer. Specialist knowledge of psychological assessment. To identify and manage risk with a thorough understanding of and ability to utilise risk assessment, including safeguarding and follow all policies and statutory procedures regarding these. Good organisational/ time management skills/ able to prioritise and organise own workload. Ability to record and deal with accurate facts, figures and information Able to interpret and adhere to Trust and departmental policies protocols, procedures and guidelines Effective communicator both written and verbal Flexible to change in demands of service and a willingness to learn new skills Computer literate Ability to: Undertake therapeutic counselling work/Psychological Therapy with individuals, adults and children, couples and families in the area of illness, loss and bereavement Work autonomously, prioritise work and problem solve. Provide clinical supervision (where applicable and within own professional boundaries and qualifications). To identify personal developmental needs and show good personal and professional reflection. Maintain and contribute to administrative processes Follow BACP Code/ or relevant professional body, its application to practice and requirements of it for own practice and behaviour. Knowledge of person centred care/ relevant NICE guidelines/ legislation/ relevant guidance/ policies pertaining to this area. Understands actions necessary to promote peoples equality, diversity & rights To ensure actions contribute to quality Knowledge of the ageing process and related mental & physical health problems Understanding of Clinical Governance Knowledge of the individuals responsibility towards Health & Safety Understanding of the organisations values, vision and quality strategy Qualifications Essential Diploma or Degree in Counselling (Level 5) or Post Graduate recognised qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy BACP/BABCP Accreditation Evidence of continuing education Desirable Additional qualifications/ certificates of participation in additional training, in other therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Counselling for Depression and/ or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust Address Charles Hastings Way Worcester Worcestershire WR5 1DD Employer's website https://www.worcsacute.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)