Counsellor in Huddersfield

My Name is Amy Sutcliffe, I am one of the Team Managers for the Kirklees Talking Therapies Service, here in Huddersfield and Dewsbury. We are a friendly and supportive service, where our staff are valued and contribute to service development. I am excited to welcome applications for a qualified Counsellor with 2 years post qualification experience looking to broaden their experience working in a primary care setting.

As an applicant you must have completed an advanced diploma in counselling and have experience of working in mental health services. You will need to demonstrate an understanding of anxiety and depression and how these can present in primary care. You will have the opportunity to enhance your existing skills by attending the PCE-CFD training. This is an autonomous role and it’s essential that you possess advanced communication skills and an understanding of clinical risk. Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria for a Band 7 position may be considered for a Band 6 position.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality clinical service within an IAPT framework and the appropriate modality (PCE CfD, IPT, DiT or CTfD).
• Manage a caseload of clients with psychological needs at a primary care level, including assessment and formulation of treatment plans, delivery and evaluation of IAPT modality therapy.
• Work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall team framework, with clinical oversight by the Lead Counsellor.
• Provide consultation, supervision and training as required by other agencies involved in clients' psychological, emotional and behavioural wellbeing.
• Record data related to client work (outcome measures, evaluation of intervention) and participate in service development, data collection and potential research projects.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies related to the service users.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Registration qualification in a core mental health or social welfare profession.
• Masters degree in counselling OR Advanced Diploma in Counselling with evidence of further postgraduate professional specialist training in an IAPT modality.
• Current UK professional registration with the relevant accrediting body (e.g., UKCP, BABCP, ACAP).
• 2 years post-qualification experience and a completed advanced diploma in counselling.
• Experience of working in mental health services and in brief, short-term counselling interventions.
• Understanding of anxiety and depression presentations in primary care and ability to work within an IAPT stepped care model.
• Trained in delivering counselling supervision or ability to supervise trainees.

Desirable

• Experience of multi-disciplinary work and collaboration, and working with diverse service users.
• Experience with various theoretical approaches and with other disciplines.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection legislation.

Other Information

At the time of advertising, this role meets the minimum requirements to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Details: Band 7; Salary £47,810 to £54,710 per year; Permanent, Full-time (flexible); Location: Folly Hall Mills, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3LT.

Disclosures: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the DBS may be required. UK Registration with the relevant professional body is required.

Employer: South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust, Folly Hall Mills, St Thomas Road, Huddersfield, HD1 3LT.