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Work at JWA

Jewish Women’s Aid is the only specialist charity in the UK working with Jewish women and their children affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence. We run a holistic and culturally sensitive service, offering advocacy and emotional support, counselling, group work, helplines, web chat and children’s therapy services. Our preventive educational work takes place in synagogues, schools, on campus and across Jewish community settings.

Part Time Counsellor

Qualified Counsellor (BACP/UKCP accredited)

  • 17.5 hours per week (over 2.5 days)
  • From £33,000 to £37,000 pro rata, according to experience

JWA’s counselling service provides a free person-centred face-to-face and telephone/ remote counselling to women experiencing all forms of domestic abuse and sexual violence.
 
The post holder will be based at JWA’s head office in Barnet, and will work with 13 clients a week. You will receive regular clinical supervision and CPD opportunities.
 
We are looking for a compassionate, non-judgemental and motivated individual who is passionate about supporting abuse survivors. You will already have experience of working with vulnerable clients who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence. Good understanding of domestic abuse dynamics and knowledge of the Jewish community is essential.
 
EMDR training and Hebrew speaking will be an advantage.
 
Please click here to read the full job and description and to download our Equality Monitoring Form click here, and or contact Suzi Office Manager on info@jwa.org.uk or 020 8445 8060.
 
Closing date: 22nd October 2024 9:00am
Interviews: 29th October

This post is advertised in accordance with section 7.2 (e) of the Sex Discrimination Act. Only women need apply. Registered charity number: 1047045

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Volunteer Counsellor

Qualified volunteer counsellor to see 2-3 clients a week

JWA’s counselling service provides free person-centred, face-to-face and telephone/ remote counselling to women experiencing all forms of domestic abuse.

The volunteer counsellors will work online with 2-3 clients a week. You will receive regular clinical supervision and CPD opportunities. 

We are looking for compassionate, non-judgemental and motivated individuals who are passionate about supporting abuse survivors. You will already have experience of working with vulnerable clients, ideally with women. 

Requirements:

  • Qualified counsellor at minimum diploma level (BACP, BPC, UKPC or similar accredited) in person centred/integrative counselling
  • Good understanding of domestic abuse dynamics
  • Knowledge of the Jewish community
  • Commitment for minimum of 2 years

Please download an application pack here, or email recruitment@jwa.org.uk or 020 8445 8060. 

This post is advertised in accordance with section 7.2 (e) of the Sex Discrimination Act. Only women need apply. Registered charity number: 1047045

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