Crossreach Moray Perinatal Counsellor

**Join CrossReach Counselling, Scotland’s well-respected counselling team, and make a profound difference to the lives of clients.**

You already know the incredible power of therapeutic care and the impact you can make with a thoughtful question, a gentle prompt, open ears and human connection.Every day in our counselling services we see and value how these skills can transform peopleslives.And that’s why we value professional like you.The demand has never been higher for our expertise and with dedicated teams working across our services, we are making a profound difference to our communities.You will be part of a close knit teamproviding therapeutic face to face and online support from our centre in Moray.As well as working with our clients you will look to nurture relationships with other agencies and showcase the service we offer.

What do I need?A qualification at Diploma level in Counselling/Art Therapy and ideally a qualification in Training and Clinical Supervision.To do this role you will also need to be a strong self motivator and be able to work to a broad remit where prioritiescan change on a daily basis.You will also be required to register with a professional body.

Salary is pro rata of 38.5 hours per week.

If you would like to talk to someone about the types of opportunities we have, or have any other questions, please contact.

**Main Function**

Working within CrossReach Counselling Services, you will work as part of a holistic team to deliver a service that ensures that the needs of our clients.You will be expected to assist in the development of a high quality counselling, therapy and supportservice, work to the highest professional standards and ensure that the aims and objectives of CrossReach Counselling Services are met.

You will promote a therapeutic environment and ensure that our services reflect CrossReach's Christian ethos and mission statement.

**Main Duties**

- Provide therapeutic counselling to clients using an appropriate and recognised theoretical model.
- Hold professional clinical responsibility of own case load from initial referral to end of therapy and evaluation.
- Maintainaccurate therapeutic records using CrossReach Counselling approved systems and processes
- Liaise effectively with your Clinical and Business Support team
- Attend and effectively contribute to both clinical and management supervision
- Maintain CrossReach standards and be compliant with the relevant legislative, ethical policy and procedural requirements, especially in relation to Child and Adult Safeguarding and Protection and Data Protection legislation.
- Liaise with other professionals around safeguarding issues for adults and children.
- Together with the service manager, maintain and monitor standards required for COSCA Service Recognition and work within the professional ethical frameworks laid down by e.g. COSCA and BACP/BAAT, etc.
- Commit to Continuing Professional Development, including reading up-to-date literature and research on relevant therapeutic and related topics in line with professional body requirements.
- Support continuous improvement to meet service objectives, by reflecting on challenges, sharing successful outcomes and learning that has taken place
- Maintain own PSA/HPC registration
- To assist in developing expertise and links within the field of infant mental health.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of training and personal growth opportunities for volunteers within the Centre.
- Assist the service manager to promote fundraising, publicity, social media and training and education in the area of perinatal mental health.
- Liaise with relevant professional, statutory and voluntary organisations as required.
- Any other duties as requested by the Clinical Manager.
**Qualifications**

**Essential**:

- Diploma in Counselling or other relevant qualification e.g. Art Therapy
- PSA/HPC registered

**Desirable**:
- ACTO approved online counselling qualification or evidence that you meet the BACP online competencies
- Perinatal Trained however this could be completed once in post

**Personal**

As we do our work in Christ’s name you must be respectful of our Christian Ethos and be able to work within it.

This post requires you to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks.

For more information click on the link.CrossReach Counselling: Moray | CrossReach

**Skills and Abilities**

**Essential**:

- Significant post qualifying practice hours
- Excellent communication and team working skills.
- Computer literacy skills including use of Microsoft Office and the internet.Ability to use supervision and supports effectively. Have a strong awareness of own emotion