Talking Therapies Counsellor for Depression - Band 6/7

NHS Jobs; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust is hiring a Talking Therapies Counsellor for Depression at Band 6/7. The post is hybrid, with up to two days of face-to-face sessions, and runs over four days from 8am to 6pm.

Accreditation with a recognised counselling body is essential, with support to gain Counselling for Depression qualification if needed. The role offers progression opportunities within a forward-looking primary care mental health service, funded by NHS Trust.

Qualifications

• Accreditation with BACP or other recognised counselling body is essential.
• CFD High Intensity Practitioner accreditation is required or funded to achieve.
• DIT (Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy) qualification welcomed.
• Enthusiasm, confidence and ability to work flexibly with limited direction are essential.

Skills

Accreditation with BACP

CFD High Intensity Practitioner

DIT (Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy)

Flexibility & self-direction

Job description

Talking Therapies Counsellor for Depression - Band 6/7

The post will be suitable for qualified NHS Talking Therapies High Intensity CFD Practitioners. Accreditation with BACP or other recognised counselling body is essential. Completion of the Counselling for Depression Qualification would be desirable however we would fund and support the successful applicant to gain this. *Please note the role would be paid at band 6 until this is achieved. We would also really welcome applications for applicants with a DIT (Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy) qualification. Enthusiasm, confidence and the ability to work flexibly and without close direction are essential. In return, you will have the opportunity of being in the forefront of primary care mental health service delivery. In addition to the satisfaction of working in a progressive, dynamic service there will be excellent development opportunities. Please be aware that we do not support condensed hours for our Therapists and the post will operate over 4 days between the hours of 8am and 6pm. This is a hybrid role and would require up to 2 days of face to face sessions however this may change dependant on the needs of the service. Please note these are essential car user posts.

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust