{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nCounsellor (Adults) with KEMP Hospice in Kidderminster, Worcestershire\n\n Providing emotional support and counselling to adults who meet KEMP referral criteria and have experienced the death of somebody close to them - expected or unexpected. Working adeptly within a palliative care and bereavement setting with a range of mild to moderate mental health problems and variations of psychological distress, including depression, anxiety, stress and adjustment to life events. Providing emotional support and counselling to adults who have a loved one with a life limiting condition. Facilitating therapeutic support groups for certain age groups and types of death (this may involve working some evenings and weekends). Assessing clients to measure therapeutic readiness. Maintaining high standards of accurate clinical record keeping. Working as part of a team. Taking on additional responsibilities as agreed with Line Manager. Keeping up to date with current practice and guidelines and to undertake training relevant to the role. Participating in and contributing to team meetings, internal and external meetings relevant to the role as required. Regularly attending clinical supervision and maintaining confidentiality in accordance with Hospice policy. Complying with all statutory safety regulations and KEMP policies and procedures, including KEMP safeguarding procedures in terms of harm / suicidal ideation. Undertaking and provide evidence of professional development. Contracting and regularly reviewing with clients the frequency and evolving goals for the counselling sessions. Working towards planned and negotiated endings. Working in accordance with established professional guidelines and codes of practice. Taking appropriate steps to ensure own safety by adhering to lone-worker policy. Actively risk assessing any concerns about health and safety, confidentiality, safeguarding, mental capacity and share those concerns with the line management and external professionals with statutory authority where appropriate. Working within the BACP Ethical Framework for Good Practice Counselling and Psychotherapy. Working in accordance with any established professional guidelines and codes of practice. Working flexibly to needs of the service. Work collaboratively with KEMP teams and services, external health and social care and voluntary organisations. All KEMP Hospice employees are expected to: Demonstrate a commitment to their own development, to take advantage of education and training opportunities and develop their own competence. Support and encourage harmonious internal and external working relationships. Make a positive contribution to fundraising and raising the profile of the Hospice. Provide support and advice to colleagues within KEMP within your area of expertise by working closely with the Multi-disciplinary Team within KEMP Always behave in a professional manner, reflecting and maintaining KEMP values as set out in the KEMP way. Job Title: Counsellor Department: Family & Bereavement Services Reports to: Counselling Team Leader Working hours: Part time | 22.5 hours per week | over 3 or 4 days per week | Within hours of 08:30 - 17:00 | Working week must include Fridays Salary: £17,388.00 per annum (FTE £28,980.00 per annum) Closing Date: 27/10/24 (with interviews expected to be held w/c 05/11/24) Why KEMP? At KEMP, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work and volunteer. We prioritise the well-being of our staff and volunteers, fostering an environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance. With opportunities for flexible working and a range of employee benefits shaped by the needs of our team, you'll be joining a passionate, caring, and inclusive organisation that puts people at the heart of everything we do. If you are someone who is compassionate, dedicated, and genuinely committed to making a difference in the lives of those facing bereavement and life-limiting illness, then this is an exciting opportunity for you. At KEMP Hospice, you'll be part of a caring team where your skills in counselling and emotional support can have a profound impact on individuals and families during some of their most challenging moments. Purpose of the Post Provide specialist counselling to adults with a palliative diagnosis or affected by a loved ones condition. Also, offer support to those who have experienced bereavement from illness, suicide, sudden death, accidents, or murder. Main Duties and Responsibilities Offer emotional support to adults referred by KEMP, including those grieving or supporting someone with a life-limiting condition. Work within palliative care and bereavement settings, addressing mild to moderate mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, and life adjustments. Facilitate therapeutic support groups, with some evening and weekend work. Assess clients' readiness for therapy and maintain accurate clinical records. Participate in team activities, attend meetings, and take on responsibilities as agreed with the Line Manager. Stay current with practices and undertake training relevant to the role. Regularly attend clinical supervision, maintaining confidentiality per Hospice policies. Follow statutory safety regulations, KEMPs policies, safeguarding procedures, and the lone-worker policy. Engage in professional development, reviewing session goals and working toward planned endings. Risk-assess concerns related to health, safety, mental capacity, and safeguarding, sharing them with relevant professionals. Follow the BACP Ethical Framework and collaborate with KEMP teams, external health, social care services, and voluntary organisations. "}