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Freelance Counsellor/Therapist


Company : Journal to Dreams (Award Winning Person Development Community)


Location : Birmingham, England


Created : 2025-04-30


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Journal to Dreams is an award-winning organisation dedicated to personal development, with a mission to guide individuals back to themselves. Our primary objective is to enhance the well-being, personal growth, and ambitions of the adults, children and families we engage with through personalised interventions, programme facilitation, and self-help materials.We aim to cultivate an environment where our team feels acknowledged and respected, nurturing inclusivity and fostering innovation among all team members. Our team is dedicated to prioritising the well-being of both themselves and the youth they serve in all our endeavours. Job Title and Overview Job Title:Counsellor/CBT Therapist – Substance Misuse Recovery (Ethnically Diverse Communities) Location:Within the Birmingham area Salary:£25 per hour Contract Type:Freelance Contract Reports to:Managing Director / Service Manager About the Role We are seeking a passionate and culturally competent CBT Counsellor (Freelance) to join our dynamic team, delivering one-to-one counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and facilitating group recovery programmes for individuals from ethnically diverse communities recovering from substance misuse. The role is vital in supporting clients to address the psychological and emotional factors contributing to substance use, and to promote sustainable recovery through evidence-based interventions and community-based support. Key Responsibilities - Deliver structured one-to-one CBT sessions to individuals recovering from substance misuse. - Facilitate culturally-responsive group therapy programmes and psychoeducational workshops. - Conduct initial assessments and develop tailored care plans in collaboration with clients. - Monitor progress and evaluate therapeutic outcomes, adjusting treatment plans as necessary. - Maintain accurate and confidential client records in line with professional and legal standards. - Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including recovery workers, peer mentors, and external agencies. - Engage in outreach and awareness efforts to build trust and increase accessibility for the ethnically diverse communities. - Contribute to service development by providing feedback and suggesting improvements to programme delivery. - Attend supervision, training, and team meetings as required. 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