Counsellor

4 months ago

Taunton, United Kingdom FearLess Full time

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

**Job Title**: Counsellor - Somerset Counselling Service

**Responsible to**: Service Manager

**Responsible for**: N/A

**Hours**: 30 hours per week

**Holiday Entitlement**:28 days plus bank holidays

**Salary**:£26,000 (pro rata) per annum (Pay award pending)

**Pension**:Group personal pension plan, with employer contribution of up to 4%

**General Description**:At FearLess, we take pride in delivering exceptional services across the Southwest region, and we are excited to announce that we are expanding our team. We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join us as a counsellor. In this role, you will provide 1:1 counselling and also have the opportunity to facilitate group therapy sessions and provide support to volunteers in setting up and running wellbeing groups for people who have experienced domestic abuse and are currently in safe accommodation.

Using your expertise and training, you will create a safe and supportive environment for people to share their experiences, process their emotions, and develop coping strategies. Additionally, you will guide group discussions, facilitate therapeutic activities, and ensure the overall well-being of the participants.

In addition to group therapy facilitation, you will also play a crucial role in supporting volunteers. This will involve providing guidance and training to volunteers to set up and run wellbeing groups. You will assist in developing group content and organizing resources. Your support and mentorship will contribute to the volunteers' ability to create a nurturing and empowering space for participants.

To excel in this role, we are seeking an individual with experience in group therapy facilitation and a strong understanding of domestic abuse dynamics. You should have a compassionate and empathetic nature, and be skilled in creating a safe and non-judgmental environment for group participants. Additionally, you

should have the ability to support and guide volunteers, fostering their growth and ensuring the quality of the wellbeing groups.

Join FearLess Domestic Abuse Support Services and be a part of our mission.

Your contribution will make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.

**Main responsibilities ** **Provide confidential and professional counselling services to individuals**

**and tasks **who have experienced domestic abuse
- Create a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients to explore their feelings and emotions
- Collaborate with clients to develop personalized recovery plans using a trauma-informed approach
- Provide 1:1 counselling sessions to individuals
- Facilitate group therapy sessions for individuals who have experienced domestic abuse
- Guide group discussions and facilitate therapeutic activities
- Support volunteers in setting up and running wellbeing groups
- Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to volunteers
- Work closely with our team of staff to ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to support.
- Conduct initial assessments of clients to determine their counselling needs and develop individualised recovery plans.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and ensure that all confidentiality policies are adhered to.
- Attend team meetings and participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and adhere to ethical standards and codes of conduct.
- Develop personalized recovery plans based on client needs and goals, using a range of therapeutic techniques.
- Collaborate with other professionals and community organizations to provide coordinated care for clients as required.
- Attend relevant training and participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain and develop skills and knowledge.
- Complete any other duties as reasonably required by the service manager.

**Qualifications and Skills**
- A recognized counselling qualification at degree or diploma level (e.g.,

BACP, UKCP, or equivalent).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
- Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
- Good organizational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.
- A passion for helping others and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

**Other**
**Health & Safety**

All individual employees are required to promote a health and safety culture within the workplace, observe all health and safety rules and procedures, attend training courses as required and, where appropriate, conduct risk assessments e.g. VDU, maternity, lone working, H&S audits, etc.

**Safeguarding / Disclosure and Barring Service**

FearLess is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and bring any concerns (whether in respect of servi

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