Job Title: Counselling Coordinator Job Type: Permanent Hours: 25 hours per week (over 5 days) Hourly rate: £15 - £16.25 Fortalice has the opportunity to recruit a Counselling Coordinator to join our dynamic, hard-working team. The post involves overseeing the counselling service for both adults and children affected by domestic abuse. If you would like to make a difference to both victims/survivors of abuse and a team of qualified and trainee counsellors, we would love to hear from you. Purpose of the role: To coordinate and manage the counselling service for both adults and children affected by domestic abuse. This includes assessing referrals to ensure they meet project criteria, allocating clients appropriately, and overseeing the effective delivery of counselling support. The role is responsible for managing and supervising a team of counsellors, providing accessible open-door supervision and ongoing support. The postholder will recruit and support student counsellors, ensuring they complete required client hours and overseeing their professional development through to qualification, including the provision of accurate progress reports to training providers. The role also ensures that all records, including counselling notes, are accurate, up to date, and maintained in line with GDPR requirements. Additionally, the postholder will collate and provide statistical data and outcome evidence as required by project funders. Key skills: • Qualified counsellor (Level 4 or above) • In-depth knowledge of counselling theory, approaches, and ethical practice • Understanding of trauma-informed practice, particularly in relation to domestic abuse and its impacts on adults and children • Knowledge of assessment processes, risk management, and suitability screening for counselling services. How to apply and other information • Women only applicants can apply for the post as this is an occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act under section 7.2e of the Equality Act 2010 • Request an application pack by emailing jobs@fortalice.co.uk