Counsellor

Integrated Care System; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Cambridge is seeking a part-time Counsellor to provide bereavement support and counselling services. This role requires excellent interpersonal communication skills and specific qualifications including a diploma in Counselling. Salary starts at £38,682 pro-rata for part-time hours. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in end-of-life and bereavement counselling.
• Knowledge of ethical frameworks and legislation.
• Evidence of CPD in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling for bereavement and other needs.
• Manage a complex caseload and support volunteers.
• Advise within the organization and to local partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in emotive environments

Education

Diploma in Counselling/Psychotherapy (Level 4 or equivalent)

BACP or UKCP accreditation

Job description

The Patient and Family Support Team (PFST) offers practical and emotional support to patients and families who are known to our Hospice services, including psychological support, social support, spiritual care, counselling, and pre- and post-bereavement support.

We have an opportunity to join this team as a Counsellor. This is a part-time role working 15 hours per week, based in our hospice in Cambridge.

As a Hospice Counsellor, you will be responsible for providing a counselling service for those referred needing bereavement and/or counselling. This role involves managing a complex pre- and post-bereavement caseload, acting in an advisory capacity within the organisation and to local partners. You will support a team of volunteers and provide student counselling placements. Candidates should demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in highly emotive environments.

Main duties of the job

Please refer to the attached job description & person specification for a full list of duties and requirements. Contact us if you need further information.

About us

We are a Disability Confident employer, welcoming applications from candidates with disabilities. For application support, contact the HR Team at [e-mail].

Arthur Rank Hospice Charity does not hold a sponsor license; therefore, we cannot sponsor individuals who do not currently have the right to work in the UK or require sponsorship as a condition of an existing visa.

We are committed to inclusivity, respect, fairness, engagement, and equality of opportunity for all. Candidates with a disability that meet the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview. We especially encourage applications from BAME candidates underrepresented in our organization.

Arthur Rank Hospice Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults who draw on our care and support.

Job responsibilities

The PFST offers practical and emotional support, including psychological, social, spiritual, and bereavement support.

As Hospice Counsellor, you will provide counselling for bereavement and other needs, manage a complex caseload, advise within the organization and to partners, support volunteers, and provide student placements. You must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills and work effectively in emotive environments.

Qualifications required include a diploma in Counselling/Psychotherapy (Level 4 or equivalent), BACP or UKCP accreditation, or HCPC registration, along with evidence of CPD, knowledge of ethical frameworks, grief and bereavement theories, and relevant legislation.

Experience in end-of-life and bereavement counselling, working in health or social care, group work, caseload management, and training staff in bereavement care is essential.

This position requires an Enhanced DBS Check with Child and Adult Barred lists.

Salary starts at £38,682, progressing to £46,580, pro-rata for part-time.

Note: Salary is based on full-time hours; negotiations are limited and only considered for candidates with exceptional strengths.

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

We value diversity and are working to increase it across our organization.

We are committed to safeguarding and expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.