Psychotherapist/Counsellor

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Hackney
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£39,627 / year
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

Psychotherapy/Counselling qualification Accreditation with BACP/UKCP/HCPC Experience with young people (16-25) with complex mental health issues Risk assessment and safeguarding CORE 10, PHQ 9, GAD 7 assessment tools Evidence-based interventions (DBT, Systemic, Mindfulness, EMDR) Case management and record keeping DBS enhanced disclosure

FULL DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Psychotherapist/Counsellor

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Location: Hackney, London, UK (Hybrid – predominantly office based with one remote day per week)

Salary: £36,138 - £39,627 FTE Inclusive of Inner London Weighting

Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours) or job share

Closing Date: 08 April 2025 (Application deadline: 7 April 2025 at 23:59)

About the Job

Service: Off Centre. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a forward-looking charity supporting people through change, challenge or crisis. Off Centre provides early access help for young people aged 16-25 with moderate to severe mental health problems. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a Psychotherapist/Counsellor to join the team, delivering outcome-focused interventions that support resilience and recovery. The role is predominantly office-based at The Textile Building, Hackney, London E9, with the option for one remote day per week. All staff are required to work Wednesdays and one evening (up to 8pm) on Monday or Thursday.

Main Responsibilities

  • Carry out clinical and holistic initial assessments of service users’ needs, including risk and safeguarding, using tools such as CORE 10, PHQ 9, and GAD 7.
  • Manage a caseload of service users receiving individual counselling/psychotherapy, applying specialist techniques and undertaking associated case management and administration.
  • Co-facilitate the weekly Drop In on Thursday evenings.
  • Maintain excellent records, adhering to confidentiality, information sharing, and safeguarding protocols.
  • Liaise with external partners, contribute to strategic planning, and ensure service users’ views inform service development.

Main Requirements

  • UK recognised Psychotherapy/Counselling qualification (MA desirable) with substantial post-qualifying clinical experience with young people/young adults with moderate to severe mental health issues.
  • Accredited to a relevant professional body (BACP/UKCP/HCPC).
  • Demonstrated continued professional development in areas such as DBT, Systemic, Mindfulness, and/or EMDR.
  • Enhanced DBS disclosure acceptable to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Benefits

  • 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days plus bank holidays
  • Up to 6% matched-pension contributions
  • Flexible working arrangements from day one
  • Enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave
  • Eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Ongoing professional development and career opportunities

How to Apply

Download and submit a completed Application Form linked to the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] job advert. Closing Date: Monday 7th April 2025 at 23:59pm. For queries, email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Interviews scheduled for Thursday 24th and Friday 25th April 2025. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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