The Mental Health Support Team at The University of Manchester is looking for experienced, professional Counsellors to join our team on a full-time, agency basis for a minimum of 5 months.
The role operates on a hybrid model, requiring 3 days on campus and 2 days working from home per week.
In this role, you will deliver confidential, short-term therapeutic interventions, brief psychological support, and manage risk/crisis presentations for students facing personal and academic challenges that affect their mental health, safety, and overall well-being. You will play a vital role in enhancing the student experience by offering expert support in a fast-paced higher education environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide confidential, professional counselling, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health support tailored to student needs.
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Conduct initial mental health and risk assessments, managing crisis presentations effectively.
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Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and contribute to service audit, evaluation, and quality assurance.
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Offer advice, guidance, and third-party support to University colleagues, students, and external contacts in accordance with confidentiality and data protection policies.
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Build collaborative working relationships with external psychological, psychiatric, and support services.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Professional Membership:
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Degree-level education or equivalent.
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Qualification in counselling or psychological therapy.
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Accreditation (or eligibility for accreditation) with a recognised professional body (e.g., BACP, BABCP, UKCP, BPS).
Essential Experience & Skills:
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Significant post-qualifying experience delivering psychological therapies, preferably within Higher Education or the NHS.
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Proven track record in mental health risk assessment and crisis management.
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Expertise and enthusiasm for brief counselling modalities, including single-session interventions.
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Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-working skills.
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Understanding of current issues in mental health, well-being, and psychological treatments within higher education.
Desirable:
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Experience managing a large caseload within NHS or Higher Education settings
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University Counsellor employer: Randstad Student Support
Randstad is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. As a remote Counsellor, you will have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while enjoying flexible working arrangements and access to ongoing training and development resources. Our commitment to enhancing student success in the Higher Education sector ensures that you will be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality mental health support.
