Overnight Helpline Counsellor

£ FTE DOE. plus £3k night allowanceRemote position.8pm-8am x3 shiftsAre you a qualified counsellor looking for a company that will invest in your development and career progression?Portfolio are proud to be representing our Client who are a trusted health and wellbeing network who have been making a positive difference in over 15 million lives, in their search to add an Helpline Counsellor to their team. Our client offers the most comprehensive employee assistance programme on the market, giving 24/7 caring and compassionate support services to employers from organisations of all sizes, across the private, public and non-profit sector.This is a great opportunity to join the industry leading EAP and OH provider and Sunday Times ''Best Places to Work'' organisation as an EAP Counsellor.Job OverviewProviding immediate emotional support and guidance to callers on the 24/7 helpline - completing clinical assessments and signposting appropriately.Day to Day Responsibilities:Providing an efficient and effective telephone counselling service to all callersDemonstrating an ability to work with a variety of individuals and presenting issues, including those who are distressed and/or at riskProviding "In the moment support" to callers, adopting a Solution Focused approach and achieving a one call resolutionEssential Skills and Competencies:Minimum diploma level 4 in Counselling and minimum of 150 counselling hours12 months post qualification experienceRegistered member of the BACPMust ..... full job details .....