High Intensity Counsellor – EAP Provider

Job Title: High Intensity Counsellor - Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday, core hours 8:00 am to 6:00 pm)

Location: Manchester (Hybrid working model)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Are you an experienced counsellor with a passion for trauma support and mental health wellbeing?

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact, work in a supportive environment, and grow professionally?

Overview:

Compass Associates is working with a leading Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provider, seeking an experienced High Intensity Counsellor to join their growing team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to provide structured, trauma-focused therapy to clients, as well as manage a busy caseload of clients with mental health challenges.

In tis role, you will deliver structured therapeutic sessions, typically ranging from 6 to 12 sessions per client, with the flexibility to work from both the office and remotely. As part of a dedicated team, you will have the support of experienced managers and clinical experts, ensuring the highest standards of care for clients in distress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver structured, trauma-focused therapy sessions to clients, supporting them through their recovery journey.
• Manage a caseload of clients, typically handling four client sessions per day, each lasting 50 minutes.
• Provide crisis management when required, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of clients.
• Contribute to the helpline as needed, offering emotional support and guidance.
• Participate in debriefing and supervision sessions to support personal and professional growth.

Essential Requirements:

• Significant counselling experience with a preference for candidates working towards or holding professional accreditation (such as CBT or EMDR).
• Minimum 150 hours of clinical experience.
• Accredited or working towards accreditation with a relevant body such as NCPS, IACP, UKCP, BABCP, COSCA, or equivalent.
• Experience in providing trauma-focused therapy or crisis support.
• Strong understanding of mental health challenges, particularly trauma recovery.
• Must be based locally to Manchester.
• Flexibility to work full-time (four days per week minimum) during office hours (8:00 am to 6:00 pm).

Salary Details:

• £35,000 - £37,000 for candidates working towards or holding accreditation.
• £38,000 - £40,000 for fully accredited candidates with specific qualifications in CBT or EMDR.

Benefits:

• 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service
• Monthly supervision allowance
• Full funding for BACP registration (or equivalent)
• Access to a Learning Hub and funding for qualifications
• Clear progression opportunities based on performance
• Peer group CPD sessions to foster learning and professional development.

Contact Details:

To apply, or for more information and an informal discussion about this post please contact Georgia Arnold at 02393 877 357 or email [email protected]   

Recommendations:

Compass Recruitment Solutions is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for a successful recommendation following the completion of probation/rebate.