Accredited Counsellor for MET Police – Trauma & Support

WhereToTalk; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Greater London is seeking an Accredited Counsellor to work with the MET Police. The role involves providing confidential counselling to staff and officers, adhering to ethical practices. Candidates should have at least 3 years of counselling experience and possess psychological risk assessment skills. The position offers a salary of £40,000, diverse benefits including 25 days leave, and opportunities for career progression. A structured training program is also included.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Clinical Training Academy

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Eye care test vouchers

Annual Flu jabs

Perkbox retail reward and discount scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in substance misuse would be advantageous.
• Evidence of completion of psychological risk assessment and autonomy required.
• 3 years' experience in counselling service or related field is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly psychological screening appointments with clients in vulnerable roles.
• Facilitate support groups focused on various mental health topics.
• Provide case-by-case crisis counselling as needed.
• Deliver trauma interventions as reported in MPS policy.

Skills

Experience in substance misuse

Psychological risk assessment abilities

Autonomous working

Brief counselling model delivery

Understanding of clinical governance

Experience in counselling service

Trauma focused counselling experience

Education

3 years' experience in a counselling service

CBT trained practitioners (desirable)

Job description

A leading health service provider in Greater London is seeking an Accredited Counsellor to work with the MET Police. The role involves providing confidential counselling to staff and officers, adhering to ethical practices. Candidates should have at least 3 years of counselling experience and possess psychological risk assessment skills. The position offers a salary of £40,000, diverse benefits including 25 days leave, and opportunities for career progression. A structured training program is also included.