Advertised from 8 July 2025

Role

The Aberdeen Foyer Counselling service offers therapeutic support, free of charge, for clients in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. We work alongside other internal Aberdeen Foyer teams supporting existing clients in achieving their potential. We accept referrals from within Aberdeen Foyer and external agencies, as well as self-referrals.  

We offer a specialised therapy experience tailored to the needs of each client. Therapy is offered on an individual basis with weekly sessions that can take place either in person or virtually. Additionally, our team offers a variety of training sessions and workshops for Foyer staff and clients to raise psychological awareness and contribute to co-creating a psychologically safe environment.

The aim of the counsellor is to provide confidential, one-to-one counselling to support those who are struggling with emotional or mental health issues. This may include anxiety, depression, low mood, anger management and a range of other issues. As counsellor, you will help to remove psychological barriers that prevent clients from achieving their full potential, whether with education or employment, as well as improving their wellbeing and mental health in a non-judgmental environment.

The successful candidate will be a qualified, registered counsellor in their chosen modality who is excellent at engaging with and listening to clients. They must be keen and ready to undergo additional training provided by HMP Grampian as part of the induction. You will have experience of working with, supporting, and engaging with clients on a one-to-one basis. Communication and interpersonal skills are paramount as we need an individual who will be able to work emphatically while maintaining clear boundaries. The candidate will be a supportive team member to fellow counsellors.

This is an exciting and challenging role for a highly motivated, dedicated, and creative individual who is passionate about helping people to make positive changes in their lives and their mental health.

Application notes

Please apply to Recruitment@aberdeenfoyer.com with a copy of your CV and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that gives us a fuller understanding of what interests you about this position and how your experience and skills link to the role. In addition, please include the following with your application:

• Confirmation that you hold a UK residency or relevant permits to work in the UK.
• Contact details including a phone number, email and residential address.
• Indication of your availability to start in this role.
• Any arrangements you might need to attend an interview.

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