Volunteer Counsellor

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to provide counselling for individuals who are directly and indirectly affected by alcohol and substance use.

Under the supervision of the Counselling Lead you will help individuals to work through their concerns and assist them with deciding on an appropriate course of action.

To be considered for this role you must fall within 1 of the 2 groups highlighted below

Counselling students:

Completing mandatory counselling hours as part of a level 2 or above counselling qualification. Engaging with the Counselling Supervisor and completing reports and paperwork.   

Qualified counsellors: 

Offering counselling to Clients and taking part in supervision with the Counselling Supervisor. 

 

Location and Time Commitment

  • Cornwall
  • Flexible hours between 9-5pm, Monday to Friday

 

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Undertaking counselling interventions, adhering to With You and BACP guidelines, on a one-to-one basis with clients 

  • Ensuring case notes are taken for each session and recorded in line with We are With You’s policies and procedures

  • Raising any potential safeguarding concerns with appropriate members of staff

  • Attending counselling supervision meetings

 

What's in it for you?

  • Access to relevant training and ongoing role-specific guidance, support and additional learning opportunities throughout your time with us

  • Opportunity to use and develop your skills as part of giving back to your local community

  • Volunteer alongside a friendly and professional team that makes a real difference to people’s lives

  • Gain valuable experience and insight into the inner workings of a Community Drug and Alcohol service

  • Regular contact and support at every stage of your journey as a volunteer, including an assigned member of staff for supervision and development

  • An opportunity to feedback about your experience volunteering with us

  • Access to We Are With You employee assist programme

 

Please note that we require you to be a minimum of 18 years of age to be considered for this volunteering role

 

This role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an Enhanced level

 

Download the Role Description - Volunteer Counsellor

 

If you have questions about this placement opportunity then please contact us using the details below:

natalie.gyll-murray@wearewithyou.org.uk or billy.horton@wearewithyou.org.uk

01872 263001