Honorary Psychologist

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in bereavement support is seeking compassionate and reliable volunteers for honorary psychologist roles. Successful candidates will provide essential support in facilitating bereavement groups, with opportunities for training and professional development under the guidance of experienced psychologists. A commitment of at least 2 years is required, with roles demanding flexibility and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Training and continuous professional development

Supervised sessions with Clinical Psychologists

Opportunity to contribute to research

Qualifications

• Compassionate and reliable volunteer with excellent communication skills.
• Initiative and enthusiasm for learning about bereavement support.
• Willing to commit to a minimum of 2 years, facilitating groups 2-3 times a month.

Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate bereavement support groups for individuals impacted by cancer.
• Engage in scheduled supervision with Clinical Psychologists.
• Participate in continuous professional development sessions.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Enthusiasm for learning

Job description

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Please note: Applications will only be considered if you provide a cover letter and a CV sent to [emailprotected]

The Loss Foundation is a registered charity specializing in providing bereavement support for people whose loved ones die of cancer. The charity is run by volunteer psychologists and professionals working in mental health, as well as those from other fields.

The charity hosts bereavement support groups and other therapeutic events online, and offers in-person support across the country through informal get-togethers and walks.

Our dedicated charity team is expanding, and we are seeking compassionate, reliable, and conscientious volunteers with excellent communication skills and an interest in helping others.

Honorary psychologist roles involve co-facilitating bereavement support groups and events for individuals who have lost loved ones to cancer; these roles include supervision from Clinical Psychologists, ongoing CPD, and training.

The successful candidates will possess excellent organizational skills, initiative, flexibility, warmth, and enthusiasm for learning about bereavement support. Volunteers will receive scheduled supervision from Clinical Psychologists, participate in continuous professional development sessions, and have the opportunity to contribute to research. The charity provides excellent training, opportunities, and CPD for those interested in pursuing careers in psychology. We welcome applications from individuals with a general interest in helping others.

See our current team here: https://thelossfoundation.org/meet-the-team/

We are committed to offering the best possible care to an often-overlooked population. We ask for at least a 2-year commitment, involving facilitation 2-3 times a month (evening sessions). More information about the charity can be found at www.thelossfoundation.org

Applications must include a cover letter and CV, sent to [emailprotected]. The application deadline is June 30th but may close earlier if we receive many applications. Successful candidates will be invited for an interview with the charity team.