Job Overview
We are seeking an Associate Counsellor at The Sherborne Practice where you will join a small but developing team, with quality mental health care and client-led support at the heart of what we do.
The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to providing high-quality care. Maintaining confidentiality while providing a warm, accepting space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgement.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives while working within a supportive team environment dedicated to mental health excellence.
What we offer:
* Flexible hours
* Comprehensive booking system
* Your details included on our website
* Marketing and promotion
* Free Parking
* Referrals sent straight to you
* Access to comfortable and attractive counselling rooms
* Access to a wide range of resources for use with clients
* Competitive rates of pay
Key Responsibilities
* Provide individual therapy sessions, employing various therapeutic techniques tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
* Maintain accurate and confidential client records, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical standards.
* Where needed, collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
* Continuous professional development.
* Confidentially manage client information and document therapy sessions, ensuring GDPR processes are followed at all times.
* Foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and trust between clients and therapists.
* Attend monthly supervision.
Qualifications
* A recognised qualification in counselling and/or psychotherapy at a minimum of a level 4 diploma.
* Experience of safeguarding and managing risk safely.
* BACP/BABCP/UKCP/NCPS association accredited or similar.
* Current full enhanced DBS
* ICO Registration.
* Previous experience in a clinical setting is preferred but not mandatory.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage with clients and colleagues.
* Experience and understanding of how to work with trauma safely.
* A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying informed about best practices in counselling and psychotherapy.
* Access to a laptop and mobile phone.
* IT literate.
* Professional indemnity insurance to a minimum of £1,000,000 per annum.
Please note:
Pay grade is dependent on qualifications and experience. As an associate counsellor/psychotherapist, you are responsible for making your own tax and national insurance payments.
Hours are flexible, and weekend and evening work is available if desired.
To Apply:
Please submit your CV, cover letter, and relevant certificates to: contact@thesherbornepractice.co.uk
For further information, visit: www.thesherbornepractice.co.uk
Job Types: Freelance, Zero hours contract
Pay: £25.00-£40.00 per hour
Additional pay:
* Commission pay
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: TSP2025
Expected start date: 10/02/2025
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