Counselling provided by MhIST
There is no charge for the counselling service
Many of us experience times in our lives when we feel under pressure and find it hard to cope, either as a person who experiences mental health problems or as a carer. Sometimes we need the support and understanding of someone who can offer another perspective, helping us to see a fresh insight , and clearer view.
Counselling is essentially a lively human and personal experience, because of this counselling is not always an easy process and can entail delving below the surface and talking about things that you may not be comfortable with and may never have spoken about. It is however this process of self disclosure that may help you move toward greater personal awareness and personal growth and to move towards finding more effective ways of coping with life.
Counselling, is not about solving problems for you, or about giving advice. Counselling can help you clarify your thoughts and your feelings so that you can arrive at your own decisions.
The MhIST Counselling service
Assessments are arranged by GP referral or through other mental health workers.
The MhIST Counselling service Assessments take place on a weekly basis, this is an informal meeting with the counselling coordinator which gives you the opportunity to discuss your circumstances and your personal requirements from the counselling service.
About our counsellors
Our team of volunteer counsellors are all qualified or in the final stages of professional qualification. They are all very sensitive to the special needs of people who experience mental health problems.
The team can offer a variety of theoretical approaches including CBT, which is widely held to be the most beneficial method of counselling for people who are experiencing depression.
Counselling feed back from service users
Intrested In being a volunteer Counsellor for MhIST
Area of intrest: Mental health
Description of volunteer opportunity: Counsellor
Role Title: Counsellor
Supervised by: Counselling team leader
Supervisory responsibility: None
Role summary: To undertake counselling in respect of MhIST clients within an ethical framework and in line with MhIST's own policies and procedures.
What?
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Provision of regular counselling to clients
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To maintain records/notes as agreed with counselling team leader
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To undertake regular clinical supervision
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Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development
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Work within a sound ethical framework
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Demonstrate a good understanding of issues around client confidentiality
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Demonstrate a non-judgemental approach to all people
When and where
All counselling takes place at 30 Chorley New Road, Bolton, BL1 4AP
Skills, Qualifications and Qualities required
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Minimum Counselling Level Three Qualification and working towards Diploma
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Demonstrate an understanding of mental health issues
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Honest and reliable
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Have the ability to act on your own initiative
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Believe in equal opportunities and respect the rights of all people
N.B Specific mental health awareness training will be provided by MhIST prior to you starting work with us, this induction training and enhanced CRB (Criminal records bureau) check is mandatory.
If you want to know more about this role and or any other role at MhIST please feel free to call us on 01204 527200
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