Job summary A one year fixed term, part time (22.5 hrs per week) contract, to provide psychological support and counselling to patients living in Dorset with a diagnosis of cancer, their partners and families (age 18 ). Main duties of the job To provide psychological support and counselling service to patients with a diagnosis of cancer, their partners and families (age 18) living in Dorset.To provide pre and post-bereavement counselling.To support staff working with these patient groups. About us At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. Date posted 13 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 1 years Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 405-25-AHP149COU Job locations Dorset County Hospital Williams Avenue Dorchester DT1 2JY Job description Job responsibilities Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact Recruitmentdchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Job description Job responsibilities Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact Recruitmentdchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Person Specification EDUCATION,QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential In depth and significant experience as a counsellor A recognised Diploma in Counselling with Clinical training in the theory and practise of counselling, leading to eligibility for accreditation/ registration with an appropriate professional body Certificate in Online and Telephone counselling Desirable Further training in a recognised model of psychological therapy. Knowledge of range of resources/ support programmes in the community and how to access them KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of the assessment and psychological treatment of people with a range of common mental health problems. Experience of triaging referrals and directing client to optimal services based on initial new patient assessment. Experience of working in health care settings. Experience of managing own caseload independently Experience in the provision of counselling to clients with long term medical conditions Desirable Previous experience with data input on IT systems. Experience of multi-disciplinary working SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential Skills in the assessment and evaluation of risk associated with mental ill health. Skills in the assessment and evaluation of risk associated with physical ill health. Skills in the presentation and dissemination of complex, emotionally sensitive information orally and in writing to authorised others. Skills in eliciting highly sensitive information relating to behaviour/ state of mind. Ability to reassure and empathise but to be able to gain agreement to comply with therapeutic regimes and goal specific outcomes Competent IT skills and data input. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable post holder to carry out role effectively Desirable Skills in report writing, policy review and development of patient information leaflets. Person Specification EDUCATION,QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential In depth and significant experience as a counsellor A recognised Diploma in Counselling with Clinical training in the theory and practise of counselling, leading to eligibility for accreditation/ registration with an appropriate professional body Certificate in Online and Telephone counselling Desirable Further training in a recognised model of psychological therapy. Knowledge of range of resources/ support programmes in the community and how to access them KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of the assessment and psychological treatment of people with a range of common mental health problems. Experience of triaging referrals and directing client to optimal services based on initial new patient assessment. Experience of working in health care settings. Experience of managing own caseload independently Experience in the provision of counselling to clients with long term medical conditions Desirable Previous experience with data input on IT systems. Experience of multi-disciplinary working SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential Skills in the assessment and evaluation of risk associated with mental ill health. Skills in the assessment and evaluation of risk associated with physical ill health. Skills in the presentation and dissemination of complex, emotionally sensitive information orally and in writing to authorised others. Skills in eliciting highly sensitive information relating to behaviour/ state of mind. Ability to reassure and empathise but to be able to gain agreement to comply with therapeutic regimes and goal specific outcomes Competent IT skills and data input. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable post holder to carry out role effectively Desirable Skills in report writing, policy review and development of patient information leaflets. 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 Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Dorset County Hospital Williams Avenue Dorchester DT1 2JY Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)