IAPT Step 3 Counsellor

Job summary

Mind in Brent, Wandsworth and Westminster Talking Therapies and Wellbeing Service has an established track record of delivering Talking Therapies across the boroughs in operates within.

As part of a remodelling of the of the provision IAPT in Westminster, we are looking for motivated Step 3 IAPT Counsellors to join our expanding Talking Therapies and Wellbeing Service in Westminster.

The post holders will work within a stepped care model to provide a range of NICE approved high intensity interventions for depression. Staff will be trained and qualified in one or more of the following modalities of treatment, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) and Counselling for Depression (CFD).

The post holders will work within an integrated IAPT Stepped model delivered in partnership with the Lead Provider in local NHS Trust (CNWL) who will provide the Step 2 delivery within the integrated IAPT Service.

The successful candidate will be a skilled counsellor, highly motivated with the ability to organise and prioritise their own workload, preferably with experience of working within an IAPT programme. Talking Therapies can provide excellent opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development through regular supervision and training opportunities.

Main duties of the job

a. Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.

b. Assess clients for suitability for Counselling / therapy.

c. Formulate, implement, and evaluate therapy programmes for clients.

d. Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient, in line with both National and Service targets.

e. Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.

f. Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols.

g. Work closely with other wider teams and staff ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.

a. Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating, professional and accrediting bodies (e.g. BACP, BPS, UKCP, BABCP), and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. NHS plan, National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence).

b. Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times.

c. Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in the spheres of Psychological therapies.

About us

Working with Mind in Brent, Wandsworth & Westminster means you'll be part of a dedicated, passionate, and professional workforce who cares about the work they do and make a real difference to the lives of the people in the communities we serve.

Attracting the right recruits and retaining them is of paramount importance and ensures that our clients get the best possible service. The benefits of working for us include a core training programme, further training opportunities, continuous professional development, generous annual leave, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

We have a number of policies to ensure we meet best practice guidelines generally. It is also our aim to actively encourage diversity in aspects such as ethnicity, age, and disability, to ensure that our staff complement our client group.

Our mental health affects every aspect of our lives how we think, feel and behave. Were here to make sure that everyone suffering with a mental health problem gets the help they need to recover. Our work has a direct and positive impact on peoples lives. So, if you are passionate about supporting people who are experiencing a mental health problem and are committed to breaking the stigma, read on to join our amazing team.