DN Colleges are seeking a dedicated College Counsellor to provide confidential counselling services to our students and apprentices. The role involves adhering to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Ethical Framework and contributing to the development of our counselling services.
This vacancy is working 40 weeks per year, so the actual salary is £25,112 - £27,380.49 per annum.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
* Provide professional, confidential counselling primarily for students and apprentices.
* Liaise with external agencies for appropriate referrals.
* Identify and monitor students/apprentices who may be 'at risk'.
* Arrange and attend regular clinical supervision.
* Promote counselling services during Open Day events and Induction programmes.
* Maintain secure case records and complete related administration.
* Undertake risk management for vulnerable individuals.
* Review and develop counselling services and policies.
* Deliver specialist workshops and group work.
* Engage in partnership working with statutory agencies.
* Participate in mandatory and job-specific training.
Essential Criteria:
* Foundation degree in Counselling.
* BACP Registered Practitioner, working within the BACP Ethical Framework.
* GCSE in Maths and English (or equivalent).
* Experience working therapeutically with a wide age range, preferably within an educational setting.
* Understanding of key legislation related to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults.
* Ability to work independently, manage own caseload, and use initiative.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to engage empathetically with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
* Proficient in Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).