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Job Description Counsellor Nuffield Health Islington FWC | Emotional Wellbeing | Permanent | Full Time Up to £36,000 depending on experience 37.5 hours per week

Main duties of the job

As our Counsellor, you will: Assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery. Undertake patient centred interviews which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and make an accurate assessment of risk to self and others. Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the Nuffield Health referral protocols, and refer clients on to the relevant support agencies /GP or back into the business to step-up the person's treatment to high intensity - where our service is not appropriate Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to NH and any regulations and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times adhering to the information governance guidelines policy. Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in treatment for common mental health problems. Keep up to date all records in relation to continuing professional development and maintain up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.

About us

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.

Details

Date posted

27 December 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR0071051

Job locations

27 Essex Road Islington London N1 2SD

Islington

N1 2SD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Counsellor Nuffield Health Islington FWC | Emotional Wellbeing | Permanent | Full Time Up to £36,000 depending on experience 37.5 hours per week Some hybrid working from home may be available. Nuffield Health is the charity that's building a healthier nation, one day at a time. From award-winning hospitals and leisure facilities to flagship community programmes - we'll do whatever it takes to look after the UK's wellbeing. It starts with passion and commitment to quality. It starts with you. As a Counsellor, you'll bring experience of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem and you will be familiar with a step-care approach to therapy. You will have a bachelor's degree in counselling, Psychology or related field with a minimum 2-year post degree experience in counselling and have full accreditation with the BACP, UKCP or hold Accredited Professional Status with the NCPS. The purpose of this exciting new role is to support the delivery of a range of psychological interventions and stepped care treatment (Step 2) in a private care setting to people with common mental health problems. As our Counsellor, you will:

  • Assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery.
  • Undertake patient centred interviews which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and make an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.
  • Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the Nuffield Health referral protocols, and refer clients on to the relevant support agencies /GP or back into the business to step-up the person's treatment to high intensity - where our service is not appropriate
  • Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to NH and any regulations and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health
  • Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times adhering to the information governance guidelines policy.
  • Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in treatment for common mental health problems.
  • Keep up to date all records in relation to continuing professional development and maintain up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.
    • Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Counsellor Nuffield Health Islington FWC | Emotional Wellbeing | Permanent | Full Time Up to £36,000 depending on experience 37.5 hours per week Some hybrid working from home may be available. Nuffield Health is the charity that's building a healthier nation, one day at a time. From award-winning hospitals and leisure facilities to flagship community programmes - we'll do whatever it takes to look after the UK's wellbeing. It starts with passion and commitment to quality. It starts with you. As a Counsellor, you'll bring experience of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem and you will be familiar with a step-care approach to therapy. You will have a bachelor's degree in counselling, Psychology or related field with a minimum 2-year post degree experience in counselling and have full accreditation with the BACP, UKCP or hold Accredited Professional Status with the NCPS. The purpose of this exciting new role is to support the delivery of a range of psychological interventions and stepped care treatment (Step 2) in a private care setting to people with common mental health problems. As our Counsellor, you will:

  • Assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery.
  • Undertake patient centred interviews which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and make an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.
  • Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the Nuffield Health referral protocols, and refer clients on to the relevant support agencies /GP or back into the business to step-up the person's treatment to high intensity - where our service is not appropriate
  • Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to NH and any regulations and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health
  • Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times adhering to the information governance guidelines policy.
  • Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in treatment for common mental health problems.
  • Keep up to date all records in relation to continuing professional development and maintain up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.
    • Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From free private healthcare to gym membership, a cycle to work scheme and more. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • You will have a bachelor's degree in counselling, Psychology or related field with a minimum 2-year post degree experience in counselling and have full accreditation with the BACP, UKCP or hold Accredited Professional Status with the NCPS.

    Experience

    Essential

    • As a Counsellor, you'll bring experience of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem and you will be familiar with a step-care approach to therapy.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • You will have a bachelor's degree in counselling, Psychology or related field with a minimum 2-year post degree experience in counselling and have full accreditation with the BACP, UKCP or hold Accredited Professional Status with the NCPS.

    Experience

    Essential

    • As a Counsellor, you'll bring experience of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem and you will be familiar with a step-care approach to 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.

    Certificate of Sponsorship

    Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

    From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

    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.

    Certificate of Sponsorship

    Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

    From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

    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

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    27 Essex Road Islington London N1 2SD

    Islington

    N1 2SD


    Employer's website

    https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    27 Essex Road Islington London N1 2SD

    Islington

    N1 2SD


    Employer's website

    https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Talent Acquisition

    People Support Centre

    careers@nuffieldhealth.com

    03001235080

    Details

    Date posted

    27 December 2023

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR0071051

    Job locations

    27 Essex Road Islington London N1 2SD

    Islington

    N1 2SD


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