Counsellor inTruro inTruro PUBLISHED WED 6 NOV 2024

Band 6: £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa pro rata PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

HOLISTIC HSE MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust roNlX4Ua

Opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives by providing specialized counselling for those with ME/CFS.

Involvement in a multi-disciplinary team, enhancing collaborative patient care beyond traditional therapy settings.

Support for professional development through training and supervising other counsellors in training.

Ability to work autonomously while adhering to professional guidelines and service policies.

Engagement with evidence-based practices as the service follows NICE Guidance NG206 standards.

Access to a supportive and experienced specialist team focused on holistic health and recovery.

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust is seeking a Band 6 Counsellor for their Adult ME/CFS Service in Truro. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling and either be eligible for or already hold BACP accreditation. The role involves providing specialized counselling and therapeutic interventions to patients recovering from viral health episodes while working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should be passionate about holistic patient care, recovery optimisation, and contributing to the professional development of others through training and supervision.

The position requires autonomy in adhering to professional guidelines and service policies while ensuring compliance with NHS employment standards. The Counsellor will be instrumental in supporting patients with persistent fatigue and navigating the long-term impacts of ME/CFS, aligning with NICE Guidance NG206. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply, with interviews scheduled for December 9, 2024, and the possibility of flexible working arrangements.

Would you like to share your counselling knowledge and skills to enhance and optimise the holistic interventions with patients in our ME/CFS service?

Are you inspired by working in and contributing to multi-disciplinary teams to support patient care beyond the therapy room?

Are you passionate about whole body-mind and supporting people to optimise their recovery following a viral health episode and adjust to living with persistent fatigue?

Do you hold a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling allowing you to apply for or already hold BACP accreditation?

Are you excited to develop our psychological professions workforce at RCHT and contribute to training and supervising other counsellors in training whilst enhancing your own professional development?

If the above questions spark your interest and you sense a good fit with the skills you have, we are keen to meet you to discuss our role within the Adult ME/CFS Service for a Band 6 Counsellor.

This exciting opportunity is to join an experienced specialist team with the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly ME/CFS Adult Service. The team provide life-span clinical services and work to NICE Guidance NG206 standards and recognises the long-term and systemic impacts of the condition.

Proposed interview date: 9th December 2024

To provide specialist counselling and targeted therapeutic interventions to support patients who have been referred to Cornwall & IoS Adult ME/CFS Service.

To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service policies and procedures.

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We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.

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Here are 5 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job: Start practice interview... NEW!

1. Can you tell us about your journey in counselling and how it led you to specialise in working with patients experiencing ME/CFS?

2. How does your Level 4 Diploma in Counselling and any additional training or qualifications support your counselling practice?

3. What experience do you have with the BACP accreditation process, and how do you believe it enhances your effectiveness as a counsellor?

4. What is your understanding of ME/CFS, and how do you think it impacts patients’ overall mental and emotional wellbeing?

5. Can you discuss any specific therapeutic approaches you believe are particularly effective for patients dealing with chronic fatigue or post-viral syndromes?

Start a practice interview... NEW!

1. Can you tell us about your journey in counselling and how it led you to specialise in working with patients experiencing ME/CFS?

2. How does your Level 4 Diploma in Counselling and any additional training or qualifications support your counselling practice?

3. What experience do you have with the BACP accreditation process, and how do you believe it enhances your effectiveness as a counsellor?

4. What is your understanding of ME/CFS, and how do you think it impacts patients’ overall mental and emotional wellbeing?

5. Can you discuss any specific therapeutic approaches you believe are particularly effective for patients dealing with chronic fatigue or post-viral syndromes?

Start a practice interview... NEW!

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The National Health Service (NHS) is a cornerstone of healthcare in the United Kingdom, established in 1948 with the simple yet profound principle of providing healthcare to all citizens, free at the point of use. This revolutionary system aimed to ensure that access to medical services would not depend on an individual’s financial situation, a concept that has since become fundamental to British societal values. Learn more...

Useful skills for a Counsellor: Click to view

To work as a counsellor in the UK, several skills and qualifications are important. Here are some key skills and attributes you should consider developing:

1. Active Listening: Essential for understanding clients’ issues, concerns, and feelings.

2. Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of clients, creating a supportive environment.

3. Communication Skills: Clear verbal and written communication skills are crucial for building rapport and conveying information effectively.

4. Interpersonal Skills: Building trust and a strong therapeutic relationship with clients is fundamental.

5. Critical Thinking: The ability to assess situations, understand different perspectives, and develop appropriate interventions.

6. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and values in clients.

7. Emotional Resilience: The capacity to withstand emotional stress and maintain personal well-being while helping others.

8. Ethical Awareness: Understanding ethical guidelines and maintaining professionalism in a counselling setting.

9. Organisational Skills: Managing appointments, case notes, and administrative tasks efficiently.

10. Problem-Solving Skills: Assisting clients in finding solutions and coping strategies for their issues.

Qualifications and Training

To be a professional counsellor in the UK, you typically need:

- Education: A recognized qualification in counselling, such as a diploma or degree in counselling or psychology.

- Accreditation: Membership with a professional body such as the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) enhances credibility. They also have specific training and ethical standards that must be met.

- Supervised Experience: Practical experience through placements or supervised practice is often required to develop skills in real-world settings.

- Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Engaging in ongoing training and learning to stay updated with best practices and new developments in the field.

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