PALLIATIVE CARE & BEREAVEMENT COUNSELLOR

Posted Tuesday 15th October 2024

Application form

Personal details

We need to take some personal details so that we have the correct information about who is applying for the role, as well as contact details in case we need to get in touch with you regarding the application.

About you

Title

First Name *

Second Name *

Postcode

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

County

Phone Number *

Email Address *

UK National Insurance Number *

Do you have a valid full UK Driving License *

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If you are successful in your application would you require a work permit to work in the UK? *

Education and Experience

Please let us know about any education, training courses or professional qualifications you have completed relevant to the role. *

Please give details of your current or previous employment - roles and responsibilities (including dates and notice period) *

Please give details about previous employment *

Please provide your reasons for applying for this position and additional information that shows how you match the person specification. Eg details of your achievements, relevant skills, knowledge, voluntary activities If you believe you have the necessary experience and skills – make sure you tell us! *

Please upload your CV if you wish

References

Please give the details of two referees who have consented to be approached and are qualified to comment on your ability and experience (one should be your current or most recent employer).

Reference 1 *

Reference 2

REHABILITATION OF OFFENDERS ACT 1974 (EXCEPTIONS ORDER 1975)

Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offence, been bound over or cautioned or are currently the subject of proceedings which might lead to a conviction, an order binding you over or a caution, in the UK or any other country? *

Yes
No

Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the provisions of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants are, therefore, not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are "spent" under the provisions of the Act i.e. all convictions must be declared. In the event of employment, any failure to disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Hospice. Any information given will be completely confidential and will be considered only in relation to an application for a position to which the Order applies.

Declaration *

I understand that any appointment offered is subject to health clearance, confirmation of qualifications and professional registration, enhanced Disclosure Scotland (criminal records) check, and references, all of which must be deemed satisfactory by the Hospice. I hereby authorise you to carry out checks on all and any of my qualifications and/or registration from any establishment or employer and I give my consent to ACCORD Hospice processing the data supplied in this application form for the purpose of recruitment and selection. I declare that the information I have given in support of my application is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true and complete. I understand that if it is subsequently discovered that any statement is false or misleading, or that I have withheld relevant information, my application may be disqualified or if I have already been appointed, I may be dismissed without notice. This applies equally to any medical questionnaire/forms I may complete.

Apply by Friday 15th November 2024

Hours: 21 Hours over 3 days

Contract: Initial 1 Year Fixed Term

Salary: £30,229 - £37,664 pro rata

An opportunity has risen within the Patient & Family Support Team at ACCORD Hospice. To meet the demand on this service and support the Team through maternity leave, we are initially looking to strengthen our Counselling Team during this period of 1 year – 21 hours per week over 3 days.

There is the possibility of permanency for this role at the end of the term, which will be discussed and determined during this time.

What we will offer:

An opportunity to consolidate and enhance existing and new skills.
Support with Clinical supervision, development and education
A great opportunity to work with a dynamic, experienced, committed team
You’ll become a member of Team ACCORD – an organisation that prides itself on being a great employer and a great place to work, learn and grow.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and passionate individual to join our Counselling Team. If you meet the following requirements we would love to hear from you:

Graduate counselling qualification.
A minimum of 4 years counselling practice
Experience in working within Palliative Care would be advantageous, with an understanding of loss & grief.
Excellent interpersonal skills and team player
Committed to caring for people affected by grief, loss and dying
Flexibility that may require evening and weekend working

ACCORD are proud to be the Associate partner to the Renfrewshire Bereavement Network (RBN) which supports the wider Renfrewshire community. The Patient & Family Support Service and RBN are now highly visible presence within the centre of our community, with the successful applicant being part of this exciting development.

For more information or an informal visit please contact: