Sessional Children and Young People's Counsellor* - Luton
Cambridge Rape Crisis Centre has been providing free, specialist, and confidential support to women and girls across Cambridgeshire who have experienced rape and all forms of sexual violence for over 40 years.
Our services include anonymous telephone and email support, face-to-face counselling, peer support groups, and advocacy services to help navigate the medical, police, and court processes. Additionally, we offer organizational training, community awareness programs, and advocate for the rights of survivors.
Role Description
This is a part-time, sessional role for a Children and Young People's Counsellor based in Luton. Travel is essential. Clients will be streamlined into one area per day of work. The counsellor will provide specialist therapeutic support to children and young people who have experienced sexual violence. Day-to-day tasks include conducting individual counselling sessions, developing tailored support plans, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with other professionals and agencies to ensure comprehensive care.
* To have completed a recognised Counselling Diploma and to be a member of the BACP or equivalent.
* Qualification or training in counselling with relation to children/young people.
* At least 450 hours post-qualifying experience.
* Experience of working in the field of sexual violence.
* Use of own vehicle and ability to travel
* A strong and demonstrable commitment to supporting people who have been subjected to child sex abuse, child sexual exploitation, rape and sexual violence, and a clear understanding of the particular difficulties facing them.
Hourly rate
£50 for attended sessions, £25 for short notice cancelled (within 24 hours) or did not attend sessions. Counsellors are engaged on a self-employed basis and responsible for own tax and NI payments.
Further information and how to apply
Please see our website for full details on this role and how to apply. https://cambridgerapecrisis.org.uk/recruitment/
Applications must be made using the application form provided on our website.
* We require the post holder to be female under Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements), of the Equality Act (2010).
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