Counsellor Volunteer Opportunity

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Salvation Army Housing Association Full time
About the Role

At Salvation Army Housing Association, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality housing services, support, and resettlement for individuals who are or have recently experienced homelessness and require support and accommodation.

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Volunteer Counsellor to join our team based in our supported housing service. To help us achieve our mission of transforming the lives of vulnerable individuals, we are seeking a Volunteer Counsellor to provide one-to-one talk therapies for over 18s.

Residents may have experienced trauma and/or have complex needs. We aim to offer this service as part of their journey to progression from being homeless to being independent.

As a Volunteer Counsellor, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Provide one-to-one talk therapies to residents
  • Work with clients with complex needs
  • Develop and maintain trusting relationships with residents
  • Collaborate with our staff to manage risk and ensure the well-being of residents
  • Participate in training and professional development opportunities
  • Contribute to the development of individualized strategies and plans to support residents' recovery and positive behavior
About the Candidate

We are seeking a Volunteer Counsellor who:

  • Has a strong understanding of the core conditions of counselling
  • Has completed at least 50 hours of counselling
  • Has experience working with clients with complex needs
  • Is able to demonstrate empathy and understanding in their work
  • Is a confident and capable communicator
  • Is able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Is committed to ongoing professional development
About the Company

Salvation Army Housing Association is a registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK. We are dedicated to transforming lives by providing accommodation and support for vulnerable individuals, mainly those with complex needs and/or experiencing homelessness.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our aim is to work with individuals to build on their strengths, creating person-centered, individualized strategies and plans that transform lives, support recovery, and enable positive behavior.

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