Therapist in Southampton inSouthampton PUBLISHED TUE 7 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section
Solent University rCWJ6WDU
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An excellent opportunity for a counsellor to join a busy and dynamic service, delivering counselling and therapy support to students.
Student Success are seeking to recruit an experienced part-time (0.8FTE) Therapist to work within our Mental Health & Wellbeing Team. Your role will involve triaging online self-referrals from students, delivering Single Session Therapy appointments, short term (up to 6 sessions) ongoing therapy and providing Supervision to our Volunteer Counsellors. In addition, you will undertake, on a rota basis, Triage Duty Practitioner responsibilities and be involved in delivering groups and workshops to students, and delivering training to University staff on supporting students’ mental health.
Working alongside our Mental Health Advisers, the successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support students and help them to achieve their academic potential.
We are particularly interested to hear from experienced therapists who can deliver short term CBT or DBT informed sessions to our student population.
Solent University offers an excellent benefits package. More Information.
We are Confident. We are Progressive. We are Inclusive. We Are Solent.
Student Success are seeking to recruit an experienced part-time (0.8FTE) Therapist to work within our Mental Health & Wellbeing Team. Your role will involve triaging online self-referrals from students, delivering Single Session Therapy appointments, short term (up to 6 sessions) ongoing therapy and providing Supervision to our Volunteer Counsellors. In addition, you will undertake, on a rota basis, Triage Duty Practitioner responsibilities and be involved in delivering groups and workshops to students, and delivering training to University staff on supporting students’ mental health.
Working alongside our Mental Health Advisers, the successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support students and help them to achieve their academic potential.
We are particularly interested to hear from experienced therapists who can deliver short term CBT or DBT informed sessions to our student population.
Solent University offers an excellent benefits package. More Information.
We are Confident. We are Progressive. We are Inclusive. We Are Solent.
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To work as a therapist in the UK, there are several skills and qualifications you’ll need to develop or possess. Here’s a breakdown of key skills and considerations:
Mandatory Qualifications and Training:
1. Education: Most therapists hold a degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field. A master’s degree or higher is often preferred, particularly for clinical roles.
2. Accreditation: It’s important to obtain accreditation from a recognized professional body (e.g., British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), or National Counselling Society (NCS)).
3. Specialized Training: Depending on your area of focus (e.g., cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, etc.), additional certifications or training may be necessary.
Key Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and non-verbal communication is crucial for building rapport with clients and facilitating open dialogue.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to understand and share the feelings of others is vital for supporting clients in their therapeutic journeys.
3. Active Listening: Therapists need to listen attentively to understand clients' concerns fully, without interrupting or steering the conversation.
4. Emotional Intelligence: Recognizing and managing your own emotions and those of your clients helps in creating a supportive environment.
5. Analytical Skills: The ability to assess and interpret clients' issues and gauge their progress over time is important for effective therapy.
6. Problem-Solving Skills: Therapists should help clients identify problems, explore options, and devise strategies for overcoming challenges.
7. Cultural Competence: Being aware of and sensitive to cultural differences ensures better engagement and understanding of clients from diverse backgrounds.
8. Boundaries and Ethics: Understanding ethical guidelines and maintaining professional boundaries are essential for fostering trust and safety in therapeutic relationships.
9. Resilience and Self-Care: Working with clients can be emotionally taxing, so personal resilience and self-care practices are important to avoid burnout.
Practical Experience:
1. Work Placement: Many training programs include placements or internships, which provide practical experience working with clients under supervision.
2. Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Engaging in ongoing training and professional development is necessary to stay current with therapeutic practices and evolving mental health standards.
Additional Considerations:
- Supervision: Regular clinical supervision is often required to enhance your skills and safeguard professional practice.
- Networking: Engaging with professional bodies and attending workshops or conferences can contribute to your growth and integration into the professional community.
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