Nuffield Health

Counsellor

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Job summary

Job Description Counsellor Nuffield Health Battersea Fitness and Wellbeing Club | Emotional Wellbeing | Hybrid-Working | Permanent (Part Time or Full-Time Positions Available) Competitive salary available, depending on experience Minimum Hours: 22.5 per week

Main duties of the job

Assess and treat people with common mental health problems in the self-management of their recovery. Undertake patient centred consultations 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 to the relevant support agencies/GP where our service is not appropriate. Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to Nuffield Health 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 policy. Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in treatment for common mental health problems. Keep up to date records in relation to continued professional development and maintain specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

01 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR0081982

Job locations

Sheepcote Lane (off Latchmere Road) Battersea Battersea London SW11 5BT

South West London

SW11 5BT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Counsellor Nuffield Health Battersea Fitness and Wellbeing Club | Emotional Wellbeing | Hybrid-Working | Permanent (Part Time or Full-Time Positions Available) Competitive salary available, depending on experience Minimum Hours: 22.5 per week Nuffield Health is the charity that's building a healthier nation, one day at a time. From award-winning hospitals and leisure facilities to community programmes for all - 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 an Integrative Counsellor, you'll bring experience of working with people who have common mental health problems, and you will be familiar with a step-care approach to therapy. You will have a bachelor's degree in counselling or counselling psychology with a minimum of two-years post degree experience in counselling. It is essential that you hold Full Accreditation with the BACP or UKCP, Accredited Professional Status with the NCPS or if the role is based in Scotland, Accredited Membership with COSCA. Ideally you will have also completed NICE approved Counselling for Depression training. As a Counsellor with us, you will:

  • Assess and treat people with common mental health problems in the self-management of their recovery.
  • Undertake patient centred consultations 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 to the relevant support agencies/GP where our service is not appropriate.
  • Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to Nuffield Health 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 policy.
  • Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in treatment for common mental health problems.
  • Keep up to date records in relation to continued professional development and maintain 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 Battersea Fitness and Wellbeing Club | Emotional Wellbeing | Hybrid-Working | Permanent (Part Time or Full-Time Positions Available) Competitive salary available, depending on experience Minimum Hours: 22.5 per week Nuffield Health is the charity that's building a healthier nation, one day at a time. From award-winning hospitals and leisure facilities to community programmes for all - 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 an Integrative Counsellor, you'll bring experience of working with people who have common mental health problems, and you will be familiar with a step-care approach to therapy. You will have a bachelor's degree in counselling or counselling psychology with a minimum of two-years post degree experience in counselling. It is essential that you hold Full Accreditation with the BACP or UKCP, Accredited Professional Status with the NCPS or if the role is based in Scotland, Accredited Membership with COSCA. Ideally you will have also completed NICE approved Counselling for Depression training. As a Counsellor with us, you will:

  • Assess and treat people with common mental health problems in the self-management of their recovery.
  • Undertake patient centred consultations 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 to the relevant support agencies/GP where our service is not appropriate.
  • Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to Nuffield Health 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 policy.
  • Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in treatment for common mental health problems.
  • Keep up to date records in relation to continued professional development and maintain 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

    • It is essential that you hold Full Accreditation with the BACP or UKCP, Accredited Professional Status with the NCPS or if the role is based in Scotland, Accredited Membership with COSCA. Ideally you will have also completed NICE approved Counselling for Depression training.

    Experience

    Essential

    • post qualification experience
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • It is essential that you hold Full Accreditation with the BACP or UKCP, Accredited Professional Status with the NCPS or if the role is based in Scotland, Accredited Membership with COSCA. Ideally you will have also completed NICE approved Counselling for Depression training.

    Experience

    Essential

    • post qualification experience

    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

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    Sheepcote Lane (off Latchmere Road) Battersea Battersea London SW11 5BT

    South West London

    SW11 5BT


    Employer's website

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

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    Sheepcote Lane (off Latchmere Road) Battersea Battersea London SW11 5BT

    South West London

    SW11 5BT


    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

    01 November 2024

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR0081982

    Job locations

    Sheepcote Lane (off Latchmere Road) Battersea Battersea London SW11 5BT

    South West London

    SW11 5BT


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