Counsellor/Psychotherapist – Be U Wirral
Job Summary: Deliver person‑centred, evidence‑based counselling interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health challenges. Focus on improving emotional wellbeing and building resilience through individual and group sessions, and collaborate with the Clinical Lead and Service Lead to design innovative, client‑focused care pathways that support sustainable recovery.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide therapeutic interventions to Children Looked After (CLA), working independently and, where required, travelling or working lone.
* Conduct professional initial assessments of young people and provide ongoing counselling.
* Support professional consultations and develop alternatives to one‑to‑one therapy, such as group work.
* Maintain accurate and confidential case notes using designated case‑management systems.
* Build strong links with other agencies and services, maintaining knowledge of local resources for signposting and onward referrals.
* Manage risk positively and respond proactively to child protection and safeguarding concerns.
* Communicate effectively with children, young people, parents/carers and health/social professionals, ensuring they feel heard, respected and empowered.
* Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team committed to achieving positive outcomes for young people.
Requirements & Qualifications
* Minimum 24 months post‑qualification experience in counselling/psychotherapy.
* Professional registration with a recognised national body (e.g., BACP/UKCP, HCPC) and knowledge of child and adolescent development.
* Experience working within a multi‑disciplinary team environment.
* Ability to assess, manage risks and respond to child protection and safeguarding concerns.
* Knowledge of evidence‑based practice for early mental health and support for parents/carers.
* Up‑to‑date knowledge of CYP emotional wellbeing and early mental health clinical evidence‑based practice.
* Desirable: Experience in the CLA sector, quality improvement, pathway development, and delivering training to CYP, parents/carers and professionals.
* Commitment to equality, diversity and human rights; proactive in promoting inclusive practice.
Details
Location: A B L Health Ltd, Vittoria Close, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 3LE
Salary: £25,000 to £29,000 a year pro rata part‑time
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working
Posted 21 October 2025
Reference number: E0343‑25‑0017abl812
ABL is an equal opportunities employer and aims to challenge discrimination, promote equality and respect human rights.
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