Independent EAP Counsellor (Hinckley, UK)

TELUS Health; Hinckley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Hinckley, UK seeks a qualified mental health professional to provide flexible in-person counselling services. This role allows for full control over scheduling and offers comprehensive support, professional growth, and access to a user-friendly platform. Candidates should have relevant accreditation and experience in short-term, solution-focused counselling. Enjoy a rewarding career contributing to clients' lives while maintaining your calendar flexibility.

Benefits

Comprehensive support and training

Professional growth opportunities

Access to intuitive technology platforms

Qualifications

• Accredited by a recognized body (BACP, UKCP, etc.) or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience with 450+ counselling hours.
• Experience in short-term, focused therapeutic models.

Responsibilities

• Manage online referrals and respond promptly.
• Provide short-term counselling for 3-12 sessions.
• Maintain detailed case documentation and connect with clients.

Skills

Short-term solution-focused counselling

Client management

Assessment and support planning

Understanding of organizational dynamics

Education

Accreditation from BACP / UKCP / COSCA / BPS / NCS / BABCP or equivalent

Diploma-level qualification + 3 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Provider Hub platform

Job description

📍Location : Hinckley, UK | 🔄Self-Employed | ⏰ Flexibility to manage your own calendar |

🤝In-Person Counselling services | 💼Own professional consulting premises

Are you a qualified mental health professional looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying flexible working arrangements?

Why Choose TELUS Health?

• Comprehensive Support - Thorough induction training with dedicated Team Managers
• Professional Growth - Diverse case exposure and enhanced short-term counselling expertise
• Flexibility - Full control over referral acceptance and scheduling
• Technology - Access to our intuitive Provider Hub platform
• Community - Strong peer relationships and ongoing management support
• Development - Regular audit feedback and free CPD Learning Line events
• Insights - Customer satisfaction data to inform your practice

What You'll Do

• Manage online referrals with prompt response times
• Provide short-term, solution-focused counselling (3-12 sessions)
• Connect with diverse clients facing varied workplace and personal challenges
• Maintain comprehensive case documentation and feedback
• Collaborate with our Provider Services team on risk management

Essential Requirements

• Accreditation : BACP / UKCP / COSCA / BPS / NCS / BABCP or equivalent
• Alternative : Diploma-level qualification + 3 years post-qualification experience + 450+ counselling hours
• Approach : Experience in short-term, solution-focused therapeutic models
• Supervision : Regular professional clinical supervision arrangements should be in place
• Insurance : Professional indemnity (minimum £1,000,000)
• Compliance : ICO registration as Data Controller

Ideal Experience

• Previous EAP experience preferred but not essential
• Assessment and support planning expertise
• Short-term counselling interventions with workplace focus
• Understanding of organizational dynamics and work-life challenges
• Knowledge of local therapeutic resources and referral pathways
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Office, email, online systems)