Counsellor/Psychotherapist Required: Sutton, South London
Counsellor/Psychotherapist Required: Sutton, South London
Forward Trust
All Departments: Substance Misuse Services
Vacancy Type: Contract
Salary Details: £28,877 (pro-rata)
Directorate: Prisons
Forward Trust is seeking a qualified and compassionate Counsellor or Psychotherapist to join our integrated team supporting adults (18+) in prison affected by substance use needs and complex trauma. Using a trauma-informed approach, you’ll provide one-to-one therapeutic counselling and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure holistic, person-centred care. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive, multidisciplinary team and make a real difference in people’s lives.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a diverse caseload, delivering one-to-one counselling sessions.
* Maintain accurate, confidential records and comply with data protection laws and organisational policies
* Conduct comprehensive counselling assessments and contribute to client allocations in collaboration with the service lead.
* Maintain and manage waiting lists effectively.
* Provide support to student counsellors.
* Work with the team to develop and deliver events promoting wellbeing and resilience.
* Contribute to service development by sharing knowledge of trauma-informed care and best practice.
* Uphold ethical and professional standards in counselling practices, aligning with regulatory codes of conduct and prison procedures
What We’re Looking For
1. Minimum Level 4 Diploma in Counselling or Psychotherapy (or equivalent).
2. Registration with BACP (or equivalent professional body).
3. Experience delivering trauma-focused counselling (e.g., EMDR, CBT, or other recognised therapeutic models).
4. Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance and risk management.
5. Experience working with a diverse range of clients and presenting issues.
6. Ability to work independently and manage a flexible session schedule.
7. Understanding of continuity of care, holistic client needs and prison services.
8. Strong knowledge of safeguarding and trauma-informed approaches.
9. Strong IT skills (including Microsoft Office and case management systems).
10. Comply with security vetting and prison guidelines
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