Rethink Mental Illness works in partnership with Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust to deliver Step 1 and 2 talking therapies within integrated prison mental health teams. At HMP Millsike-a Category C resettlement prison for adult males located in East Yorkshire-the service provides high-quality, face-to-face interventions that focus on rehabilitation, skill building and lowering reoffending prior to an inmate's release. The role is mainly Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:00, with some flexibility and occasional reimbursed travel. What I will do and achieve: I deliver brief 1:1 and group counselling for depression related to recent life events, following Step 2 IAPT guidance. Working within the integrated mental health team, I support wellbeing initiatives and collaborate with Rethink colleagues across clinical and care navigation services, with supervision provided in line with BACP standards. Clinical Assessment & Intervention
Clinical Assessment & Intervention
- Manage referrals in line with service protocols, assessing suitability and stepping clients up or down as appropriate.
- Conduct person-centred assessments, including risk assessment, goal-setting, and identifying areas for change.
- Deliver Step 2 counselling interventions, developing, implementing, and evaluating therapy plans.
- Use recognised outcome measures (PHQ-9, GAD-7) to monitor progress throughout treatment.
Collaboration & Continuity of Care
- Work closely within the multidisciplinary team to support a stepped-care approach.
- Attend MDT meetings and maintain strong links with statutory and non-statutory agencies to support continuity of care on release.
- Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and external professionals in both written and verbal form.
Record Keeping & Data Quality
- Maintain accurate, high-quality clinical records and enter data onto agreed systems.
- Contribute to monthly performance reporting to support service monitoring and improvement.
Professional Standards & Development
- Protect client confidentiality and uphold Rethink Mental Illness values at all times.
- Engage openly in supervision and adopt a flexible, pragmatic approach to ensure excellent service delivery.
- Work to agreed activity levels to maintain accessibility and minimise waiting times.
- Diploma in therapeutic counselling (or equivalent) enabling BACP or similar professional accreditation.
- Post-qualification counselling experience within an IAPT or stepped-care service, delivering evidence-based brief interventions.
- Strong knowledge of assessment, screening, referral pathways, risk assessment, record-keeping and outcome-based practice (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7).
- Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and work in an inclusive, culturally sensitive, non-discriminatory manner.
- Clear understanding of IAPT counselling models and their application in clinical practice.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence using IT systems, Microsoft Office, and clinical databases.
- Ability to prioritise workload, manage challenging situations calmly, and adapt positively to changing demands.
- Commitment to personal and professional development, using supervision constructively and maintaining reflective practice.
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Counsellor in Stamford Bridge employer: Rethink Mental Illness
As a Service Manager at our Wells location, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred housing support for adults with mental health needs. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth and development, offering opportunities for training and advancement within the organisation. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a flexible part-time schedule and a competitive salary.
