Therapist

The Methodist Church in Britain; Paisley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning opportunities

Funding for study

Dental treatment discounts

Glasses and contact lens discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous holidays

Blue Light Card discounts

Childcare discounts

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain invites applications for a fixed-term therapist post with Kibble’s Specialist Intervention Service. The role delivers individual therapy to young adults who experienced childhood trauma, across residential and community settings, with some online sessions.

The post is funded until March 2027 and runs a 37-hour week. You will need a psychotherapy qualification recognised by the HCPC and current professional registration; experience delivering both in-person and

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered psychotherapist or equivalent
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience delivering both in-person and online therapy

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual therapy sessions to young adults across residential and community settings
• Build a safe environment and strong therapeutic relationship so young people can discuss their experiences
• Support young adults to build confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing and resilience over time
• Work with the team around each young adult, including Throughcare, CAMHS, social work and residential care staff
• Provide person-centred support towards individually identified goals and coping strategies
• Attend professionals' meetings and contribute to risk management and safety meetings
• Keep accurate case records and write reports
• Evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions
• Reflect on own practice using external clinical supervision and line management supervision

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Written communication

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

HCPC-registered psychotherapist

Job description

This is a fixed-term therapist post in Kibble's Specialist Intervention Service, funded through the Survivors of Childhood Abuse Support fund until March 2027. The work is individual therapy for young adults who have experienced childhood trauma, delivered across residential and community settings and alongside Throughcare, mental health, social work and residential staff. The role mixes in-person and online sessions within a 37-hour week and suits someone who can stay steady in emotionally demanding work. Applicants need a psychotherapy qualification recognised by the HCPC and professional registration to be considered.

What the job involves

• Deliver individual therapy sessions to young adults across residential and community settings
• Build a safe environment and strong therapeutic relationship so young people can discuss their experiences
• Support young adults to build confidence, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing and resilience over time
• Work with the team around each young adult, including Throughcare, CAMHS, social work and residential care staff
• Provide person-centred support towards individually identified goals and coping strategies
• Attend professionals' meetings and contribute to risk management and safety meetings
• Keep accurate case records and write reports
• Evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions
• Reflect on own practice using external clinical supervision and line management supervision

What’s required

Qualifications

• Psychotherapist qualification recognised by the HCPC, such as counselling or integrative therapy
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Registration & licences

• Professional registration with HCPC, BACP or another relevant regulatory body

Experience

• Experience of providing both in-person and online therapy sessions

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills
• Clear communication orally and in writing with the service and external agencies
• Ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative

Checks & eligibility

• PVG Scheme membership

Other

• Fitness to complete Safe Crisis Management training, which includes two days of physical training

Nice to have

• Minimum 2 years' experience working with young adults with complex needs
• Experience of supporting young adults who are care experienced

What’s offered

• Learning opportunities, job variety and funded study
• Contribution towards dental treatment, new glasses and contact lenses
• Discounts on shopping and events through Blue Light Card, Costco and other partners
• Childcare discounts through Puddle Lane children's nursery
• Immediate access to confidential counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Generous holidays