Bereavement Counsellor (Bank) - Flexible, Impactful Support

Teesside Hospice; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Teesside Hospice invites applications for a qualified counsellor (Level 5) working toward professional accreditation to join our Bereavement Service. The Bank Counsellor will manage a caseload, delivering compassionate, evidence-based bereavement support to adults, children and young people, and contribute to education sessions.

You will hold a Foundation degree, be BACP registered, and participate in supervision, training and multidisciplinary work within a CQC Outstanding environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified counsellor to a minimum of Level 5, Foundation degree in Counselling.
• Be a member of BACP (registered).
• Excellent IT skills, specifically Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapeutic support to bereaved adults, children and young people.
• Deliver bereavement education sessions to external organisations.
• Conduct thorough assessments to identify client needs and risks.
• Apply appropriate therapeutic approaches and refer when necessary.
• Respond promptly and empathetically to inquiries while maintaining confidentiality.
• Participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work with otherProfession

Effective team worker

Understanding of working withVoluntees

Education

Foundation degree in Counselling (Level 5)

BACP registered

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Teesside Hospice invites applications for a qualified counsellor (Level 5) working toward professional accreditation to join our Bereavement Service. The Bank Counsellor will manage a caseload, delivering compassionate, evidence-based bereavement support to adults, children and young people, and contribute to education sessions.

You will hold a Foundation degree, be BACP registered, and participate in supervision, training and multidisciplinary work within a CQC Outstanding environment.