Psychosexual Therapist

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description

Psychosexual therapist

June 2024

Welcome

Relate is the leading relationships charity and the Relate Federation is the largest provider of relationship support in England and Wales. Offering counselling, information, mediation and support to individuals, couples and families, we work with people of all backgrounds and sexualities at all stages of life. We also provide expert training for relationship support practitioners.

Our vision, mission and values

Our vision is a society with thriving relationships in every part of life.

Our mission is to provide accessible support in the ways people need it so everyone can enjoy thriving relationships.

We value accessibility, continuous improvement, excellence, and safety in our work.

The Relate Federation comprises the national charity Relate which delivers services in 16 geographical areas and 23 local federated Relate Centres, which are independent registered charities. Led by the national charity, we all work together under the Relate brand to ensure consistently high-quality services for those we exist to support. In total, around 1,200 practitioners work across our Federation.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

As an equal opportunities employer, were dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of the communities we serve.

Were working to build a diverse workforce, in particular people that have been and continue to be excluded such as individuals from Black, Asian, Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people, disabled people, people of faith and people from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes embedding good practices into all our activities so that Relate is an inclusive, welcoming, and inspiring place to work and train, regardless of age, disability, trans identity or history, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Were also interested in British Sign Language speaking or multilingual counsellors who have worked with BSL or non-English speaking communities

Role description

Job Details

Job Title Psychosexual therapist

Location: Lincoln, Bedford, or home-based.

Hours Full-time and part-time roles are available (35 hours, 23 hours, 17.5 hours, or 14 hours per week).

50% of hours after 6pm Monday-Thursday and/or Friday 9am-12pm

Salary £15,340.92 - £42,461.48 depending on hours

Annual leave For a full-time appointment: 25 days per annum, plus public holidays and the period between 27 December and 1 January (three days)

Pension scheme Auto-enrolment in Relates pension scheme

Overall purpose

To deliver and evaluate high quality, effective, and professional psychosexual therapy services to Relate clients.

Key activities

1. Adhere to the codes of ethics and practice adopted by Relate and relevant Counselling Professional Bodies.

2. Be aware of and adhere to all Relate policies and practices, including Child Protection and Confidentiality, to ensure the safety of clients and staff.

3. To maintain confidential records according to the data protection regulations and Relate procedures.

4. To maintain and deliver records to enable Relate to effectively monitor the service's use and client feedback within agreed timescales.

5. To participate in individual and therapist (clinical) supervision and team meetings as required.

6. To take responsibility for professional development and training as agreed with Supervisor and line management to maintain your professional status and to meet business development needs.

7. To work collaboratively with the Federation to ensure the psychosexual therapy services are delivered in a coordinated, professional, and efficient manner.

8. Positively and proactively undertake other duties as required by your line manager that are appropriate to the position.

Key skills and competencies

Candidates must be able to demonstrate:

They have a recognised counselling qualification

COSRT accredited course plus relationship training from Relate or equivalent (see APEL section of Relate website)

Substantive knowledge and experience in implementing assessment, history taking, and formulation plus in-depth knowledge of relevant treatment programs allied to sexual dysfunctions.

Willingness to undertake additional training and CPD (Continuous Professional Development) as required by the service

Recognised supervised couple counselling practice and/or certificate of proficiency.

Experience of working with a range of counselling theories and methodologies.

Experience of working within the voluntary sector

Experience in assessing client needs and negotiating fees and/or signposting to appropriate provision

Skills, abilities and Knowledge

Professional and positive approach to work

Able to think creatively to support the development of the services offered.

Adaptable to changing work environments and able to work flexibility including evenings, weekends, and at locations to suit business needs (Minimum of 4 unsocial hours).

Able to work with tact, diplomacy, and compassion.

Reliable and punctual.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desirable

Certificates of attendance for the core CPD requirements (safeguarding, DVA, mental health and suicide). These become mandatory on appointment.

Experience of providing therapy through a range of delivery methods such as face to face, individual, group, online, etc.

Experience of working therapeutically with adults from a range of backgrounds and needs, especially those who may be socially excluded.

Maintain accurate and appropriate records and store confidentially.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please provide the following information:

An up-to-date CV

A supporting statement setting out how you think your experience fits with this role (no more than 750 words)

Closing date for applications 15 July 2024

Applications should be sent to recruitment@relate.org.uk

If you have any questions about the appointment process or if you need any additional information, please contact recruitment@relate.org.uk.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate:
• They have a recognised counselling qualification
• COSRT accredited course plus relationship training from Relate or equivalent (see APEL section of Relate website)
• Substantive knowledge and experience in implementing assessment, history taking, and formulation plus in-depth knowledge of relevant treatment programs allied to sexual dysfunctions.
• Willingness to undertake additional training and CPD (Continuous Professional Development) as required by the service
• Recognised supervised couple counselling practice and/or certificate of proficiency.
• Experience of working with a range of counselling theories and methodologies.
• Experience of working within the voluntary sector
• Experience in assessing client needs and negotiating fees and/or signposting to appropriate provision

Desirable

• Certificates of attendance for the core CPD requirements (safeguarding, DVA, mental health and suicide). These become mandatory on appointment.
• Experience of providing therapy through a range of delivery methods such as face to face, individual, group, online, etc.
• Experience of working therapeutically with adults from a range of backgrounds and needs, especially those who may be socially excluded.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate records and store confidentially.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Relate Bradford & Leeds

Address

Relate

6 St. Pauls Square

Bedford

MK40 1SQ

Employer's website

https://relatebradford.org/blog/ (Opens in a new tab)