Placements with Family Matters
Our counselling placements are an excellent opportunity to work with people who have experienced the trauma of sexual abuse and rape. You will be working within a supportive, non-judgemental, welcoming team who are there to support you with your development as a therapist.
Placement structure
We will ask you to commit to your clients for a few hours per week, your placement will last for 12 months with the option to continue for longer. Once we’ve assessed your application, we may invite you for an interview. Please note, if you are successful, we will arrange for you to have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
All placement counsellors will need to attend a mandatory one-day induction day and two-day training course, which is an extension to your current training. This will look in more detail at how to support client who have experienced sexual abuse and rape.
There is one intake in the year. Applications open 31/01/25 and the deadline is 01/03/25.
Benefits
- A structured placement in a supportive environment, with a strong team behind you.
- Clinical hours towards accreditation or your course.
- Supervision provided from a clinically qualified supervisor.
- Developmental training and access to free clinical workshops on a range of topics.
- Career opportunities at a growing organisation, with opportunities to become a paid therapist within Family Matters.
- Travel expenses paid.
Entry requirements
To apply for a counselling placement, you need to have completed or be studying towards a Diploma in Counselling Level 4 or above. If you are not qualified and are still studying towards you L4, you will need to have successfully completed your fitness to practice certificate.
If you would like to apply, please send your CV and personal statement our admin team at admin@familymattersuk.org.
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Placement Feedback
“Support from management and excellent supervision has been outstanding. When I've been struggling and needed support and advice, I've never felt judged and someone has always been there meeting my needs. I couldn't have wished for more. The other thing I love is the chance to meet with other counsellors through social events and training, that has been amazing and so beneficial. Being and feeling part of the team since day one has seen me as a person, my confidence and skills grow. I can't recommend FM enough, if this is an area you'd like to work in, you'll definitely be looked after, supported, and appreciated here.” – Louise, counsellor on placement
“I have been in placement with Family Matters for 8 months, during this time FM have supported me throughout. I have been given me the opportunity to develop both personally and professionally, through the courses and have provide and excellent supervision. They are a family of amazing therapists and support staff, I feel lucky to be a part of them.” – Katie, counsellor on placement
“Being a part of FM has been a blessing in many ways. They have been so supportive, unjudgmental and welcoming aiding in my learning.” – Kayleigh, counsellor on placement
“My experience at Family Matters has been great, everyone I have met has been really welcoming and supportive. For me this has been a fantastic opportunity for my own personal growth and development, which is helped with good supervision!” – Claire, counsellor on placement
