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<h2>About volunteering</h2>We would not be able to undertake our work without the unstinting efforts of our volunteers. They provide a listening ear, help with childcare issues and practical assistance where a family needs it most. We’re looking for people with very special skills of empathy, friendliness, adaptability and common sense.A typical volunteer will display most of the following characteristics:<ul><li>Demonstrate a sensitive, caring, positive attitude towards all people regardless of their ethnicity, gender or sexual identity.</li><li>Have a non-judgemental attitude.</li><li>Be clear about confidentiality but be able to decide when disclosure of a confidence is essential to the well-being of a child.</li><li>Be reliable and understand the importance of reliability to the family.</li><li>Have good communication and listening skills.</li><li>Have a warm and open personality and a sense of humour.</li><li>Have time and enthusiasm for Home-Start.</li><li>Be prepared to keep records as requested by the scheme.</li></ul><h2>What you'll be expected to do</h2>A volunteer is expected to work towards the increased confidence and independence of the family by:<ul><li>Offering support, friendship and practical help.</li><li>Visiting the families in their own homes, where the dignity and identity of each individual can be respected and protected.</li><li>Empowering parents to see the positive aspects of family life.</li><li>Developing a trusting relationship with the family.</li><li>Encouraging parents’ strengths and emotional well-being for the ultimate benefit of their own children.</li><li>Encouraging families to widen their network of relationships and to use effectively the support and services available in the community.</li></ul><h2>Training Programme</h2>Each volunteer undertakes a structured training course to prepare them for their new role. The aims of the course are as follows:<ul><li>To enable volunteers to develop an understanding of and a commitment to the Home-Start philosophy.</li><li>To enable volunteers to explore their own values and attitudes, making them better able to understand and support families.</li><li>To help volunteers to develop their self awareness and skills so that they feel confident in their role in supporting families.</li><li>To achieve a secure working relationship between volunteers and the Coordinator.</li><li>To provide volunteers with relevant information including a knowledge of Home-Start procedures.</li><li>To enable the Coordinator to get to know the volunteers well enough to assess their strengths and limitations, with a view to matching them with an appropriate family.</li></ul>Topics covered:<ul><li>What is Home-Start?</li><li>What is a volunteer?</li><li>How can YOU help?</li><li>Relationships</li><li>Listening and communicating.</li><li>Confidentiality.</li><li>Values and attitudes.</li><li>Commitment</li><li>Boundaries</li><li>Child development and play</li><li>Health Visitor visit</li><li>Special Educational Needs</li><li>Helping children with Special Needs</li><li>Equal Opportunities</li><li>Loss, change and endings</li><li>Experiences of current volunteers</li><li>Mental Health</li><li>Signposting Home-Start families to other services</li><li>How Home-Start helps</li><li>Personal Safety</li><li>Recognising children at risk of harm</li><li>Domestic Violence and Women’s Refuge</li><li>The Children’s Act and Every Child Matters</li><li>Admin</li></ul>Continuing DevelopmentVolunteers are expected to attend in-service training days which are held each year. Recent subjects have included Safeguarding, First Aid, self esteem, financial well-being and Mental Health. We hold social events from time to time and encourage volunteers to become more widely involved in the work of the charity.<h2>About you</h2>Mostly what we look for is friendliness and a caring attitude, as well as an understanding of the pressures of parenting. We value people who don’t judge others and who will treat a mother or father as an equal.Following the 24 hour training course you need to be able to visit a family once a week for about two hours.<h2>How to apply</h2>In the first instance please contact our office on 01962 851177. We prefer to chat to potential volunteers before they make a formal applications.

Home-Start Winchester and Districts

Home Visiting Volunteers

Drug &amp; Alcohol Counsellor Required: Southampton, Hampshire No Limits service Band E £30,173.90 to £34,625.25 per annum. Full-time equivalent based on 37 hours per week (pro rata for part time). Permanent. We're looking for a Counsellor to join our Therapeutic Services team and work alongside the Drug &amp; Alcohol Support Hub (DASH) service to offer counselling to 11 to 25 year olds that are case held, accessing substance support and/or have Tier 2 Mental Health needs. No Limits is the leading youth services charity in Southampton, supporting children and young people in the city and across Hampshire. At No Limits, it is important our staff and volunteers reflect, represent, and have experience of the challenges faced by the children and young people we support. We are proud of and appreciate our many staff and volunteers who use their own lived experience to support the children and young people they work with. With this in mind, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of our work and organisational culture - and when recruiting, it's important to us that we continue diversifying our staff and volunteer teams, with children and young people at the centre of everything we do. You can learn more about our DEI approachhere. When we talk about talent, we value the transferable skills and experiences you can bring to No Limits, whether through work (in the same or a different sector), volunteering, or personal experiences. To make sure we get the best talent on our team, we are open to and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community, including diverse ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, disabled, and neurodiverse individuals. Your Role As DASH and Young People's Counsellor, you will work as part of the Therapeutic Services and DASH teams, supporting young people from 11 to 25 years in Southampton who are accessing drug or alcohol support through DASH and young people who need counsellor intervention for Tier 2 Mental Health issues. Your role will include assessment and the delivery of one-to-one counselling and specialist therapeutic interventions of young people that have already undergone support from a DASH caseworker and have then been identified as needing therapy. Your key responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>Hold a caseload of young people, providing face-to-face, phone and virtual counselling</li> <li>Deliver counselling assessments, counselling and appropriate therapeutic interventions to young people, working in a goal based 6 week review process and extending for further sessions if needed for DASH young people</li> <li>Deliver counselling and appropriate therapeutic interventions to young people, working with CORE OMS on a 6 8 session counselling model</li> <li>Use appropriate tools to measure young people's progress in counselling at set points along their journey with No Limits</li> <li>Build and maintain relationships with other professionals, partners, and statutory organisations, ensuring effective support and seamless onward referral for young people</li> <li>Provide support and guidance to volunteers involved in the provision of counselling and other therapeutic interventions</li> <li>Have a commitment to learning and growth that enable therapeutic work to follow this</li> </ul> We are committed to making a difference in the lives of the children and young people we work with, and as such, you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the No Limits ethos. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is paramount. We particularly welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and those who have had experiences similar to the young people we aim to support. We are committed to creating a diverse environment where people can be their authentic selves, where their experiences and opinions are valued, and we are all open to learning from each other. As part of our team, you'll receive a comprehensive induction and access to learning and development opportunities relevant to your role, supporting your ongoing growth. You'll have the essentials of: <ul> <li>A counselling Diploma/Degree - Level 5 qualification minimum and 1 year post qualification</li> <li>Experience of trauma work in a therapy setting</li> <li>Basic knowledge and up to date understanding of drugs and alcohol</li> <li>Membership of a nationally recognised professional body such as BACP, NCP or UKCP (up to 100 % of the membership fee is paid by No Limits)</li> <li>The ability to build trusting and positive relationships with children and young people</li> <li>The ability to use IT to support your role, including the use of technology and Microsoft suite</li> <li>A commitment to personal growth, continuous development, and application of learning</li> </ul> Please let us know if we can support you with any reasonable adjustments at any point prior to, during or after the selection process, such as access arrangements, flexible working, or a suitable place to pray.

Drug & Alcohol Counsellor Required: Southampton, Hampshire

CYP Counsellor Required: Fareham, Hampshire The YOU TrustSalary: £22,872.75 per year for 30 hours per weekResponsibilities:<ol><li>Hold a client one-to-one counselling caseload.</li><li>Provide help line support.</li><li>Develop and facilitate regular therapeutic psycho-educational group sessions.</li><li>Work with others to develop a team of Peer Volunteers who will co-facilitate therapeutic group sessions.</li><li>Deliver therapeutic sessions and groups in a range of geographical locations, meeting the needs of the people we work with.</li><li>Ensure all work is carried out within contractual requirements as directed by the Clinical Lead and Team Manager in line with national guidelines and local best practice.</li></ol>Minimum Requirements:<ol><li>Counselling qualification at Diploma level or above.</li><li>Minimum of one year's experience working in a client-centered way.</li><li>Current BACP membership and conscientious adherence to the BACP Ethical Framework.</li><li>Experience of professionally supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, domestic abuse, sexual violence, substance misuse, or mental health issues.</li><li>Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends when required.</li><li>Car driver with use of a car for work purposes.</li></ol>

CYP Counsellor Required: Fareham, Hampshire

A leading health insurer in Winchester is seeking a Counsellor for its Mindplace team. The role involves providing high-quality, effective counselling to clients, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary clinical team, and working under flexible hours. Applicants should hold BACP accreditation and have at least three years of experience in the field. This position offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits including health insurance and annual performance bonuses.

Counsellor & Psychotherapist - Hybrid Care Role

Before submitting your application, you should read our to understand how Bupa will use, store and share your information. For Australia or New Zealand candidates - Before submitting your application, you should read our to understand how Bupa will use, store and share your information.Job Description:  Counsellor - Mindplace (Face to Face) Winchester, 129 High Street, SO23 9AX Permanent Competitive salary + Fantastic benefits Part-time hours available: Minimum of 2 days per week Full-time roles are available, offered on a hybrid basis - combining both onsite and remote working Session Requirements: We can offer sessions from Monday to Friday - 07:30am or 08:00am to15:30pm/ 1600pm and14:00pm - 22:00pm Weekends 08:30-17:00 At least 1 in every 3 but may be less depending on the location 5 appointments per day We make health happen As an employee at Bupa, our patients will be your top priority. With no shareholders, we reinvest our profits back into our business to give you the extra time and technology you need to make a difference to our patients every day. Your Role: As a Counsellor/Psychotherapist, you will provide high-quality, effective, and safe counselling to Bupa customers over the short, medium, or longer term. You will work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team, liaising daily with internal and external services, organisations, and safeguarding agencies. Responsibilities: Provide high-quality counselling or brief interventions with excellent clinical outcomes. Deliver comprehensive assessments and formulations to drive evidence-based interventions. Offer different models of service delivery, including face to face sessions Adhere to Bupa's case management processes and collaborate with Clinical Leads and the wider therapy team. Follow sessional limits based on the client's company benefits. Provide signposting or onward referrals as needed. Offer ad-hoc or one-off wellbeing support and coaching. Conduct one-off assessments and referral recommendations. Deliver group psychoeducation, raise mental health awareness, and promote mental wellbeing through remote presentations, workshops, and training. Work autonomously within professional guidelines and Bupa's service policies and procedures. Attend regular clinical supervision and team meetings. Collaborate with the operational and clinical team to improve client and employee experiences. Qualifications: Essential: BACP Accredited Counsellors/Psychotherapists NCPS Professional Accredited Registrants UKCP Registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellors/Psychotherapists 3 years of full-time post-qualification counselling experience. Desirable: Training in incident support. Corporate experience and business understanding. Key Skills &amp; Experience: General adult mental health specialism experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Systems and electronic medical record systems. Ability to evaluate, plan, and prioritise workload within demanding time scales. Proven customer service and client liaison experience. Excellent clinical knowledge application. Strong presentation and interpersonal communication skills. Professional and personal drive. Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and self-sufficient. Rapid and decisive response capability. Excellent team player. Strong problem-solving skills. Experience managing own caseload and working towards individual targets and outcomes. Efficient diary management and time boundary maintenance. High standards in written and oral communication. Diverse and varied clinical experience. Personal Characteristics: Well-developed communication skills. Effective time management. Ability to work autonomously in a busy environment. Understanding of the business environment. Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team. Awareness of KPIs and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Effective diary utilisation planning within a two-week lead time. Benefits: Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme, covering mental, physical, financial, social, and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and offer a range of family-friendly benefits.Joining Bupa in this role, you will receive: Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing with length of service, with the option to buy or sell. Enhanced pension and life insurance. Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work. Discounted access to online gym sessions. Annual performance-based bonus. Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind. Option to join dental insurance scheme at a discounted rate. Access to our Digital GP platform on your mobile. Emotional wellbeing support. Access to family mental health line. Financial wellbeing channels. Support for carers.We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring, and responsible in everything we do.We encourage all of our people to "Be you at Bupa". We champion diversity and understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. We especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.Time Type:Full timeJob Area:Locations:Mindplace Winchester

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