Counsellor - Community Wellbeing Service

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  • Douglas, Isle of Man
  • £42,422-56,653 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Could you bring compassionate, evidencebased counselling support to people across the Island when they need it most? The Community Wellbeing Service are looking for a caring and skilled individual to join their team as a Band 6 Counsellor.Main duties of the jobIn this role, you will provide an Island-wide counselling service to individuals sixteen years and over, including at the Isle of Man Prison. You will be responsible for managing a dedicated caseload, including assessing, planning and delivering short term evidence-based therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems. If you are looking for a new challenge and feel this could be the role for you, we would love to hear from you!About usBy joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.DetailsDate posted07 April 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£42,422 to £56,653 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference numberMCX-024268Job locationsBallakermeen Road (Manx Care)DouglasIsle of ManIM1 4BRJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesA workplace that invests in youEnjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island's healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.Free on-site car parking.Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years' service.Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesA workplace that invests in youEnjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island's healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.Free on-site car parking.Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years' service.Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Recognised Professional Counselling qualification to Diploma Level or equivalent
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Recognised Professional Counselling qualification to Diploma Level or equivalent

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