Trauma-Informed Domestic Abuse Counsellor (Part-Time)

Family Action; Dursley; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave (pro-rata)

Pension: up to 6% matched

Enhanced sick leave & family leave

Eye care vouchers & flu jabs

Cycle to work scheme

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Family Action is seeking two Domestic Abuse Counsellors in Gloucestershire to support survivors in safe accommodation. The roles are office-based in Dursley with countywide travel and require a 20-hour per week commitment under a fixed-term contract to March 2027.

Ideal candidates will have Level 5 counselling/psychotherapy and accreditation progress, with experience in domestic abuse and trauma-informed practice, plus a commitment to inclusive, confidential care.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 5 qualification in counselling/psychotherapy.
• Recognised professional accreditation or working towards accreditation.
• Experience in domestic abuse, trauma-informed practice, and diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide inclusive counselling for adult survivors in safe accommodation.
• Carry out initial assessments to determine need and risk.
• Maintain confidential records of sessions and plans.
• Use outcome tools to monitor well-being and risk.
• Liaise with referrers and other professionals as required.

Skills

Counselling

Trauma-informed care

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Level 5 counselling/psychotherapy qualification

Job description

Family Action is seeking two Domestic Abuse Counsellors in Gloucestershire to support survivors in safe accommodation. The roles are office-based in Dursley with countywide travel and require a 20-hour per week commitment under a fixed-term contract to March 2027.

Ideal candidates will have Level 5 counselling/psychotherapy and accreditation progress, with experience in domestic abuse and trauma-informed practice, plus a commitment to inclusive, confidential care.