Mental health counselor Jobs in St. Thomas, ON

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About the role

Join our team as a Community Mental Health Professional within our Community Mental Health Service for Adults on the beautiful Isle of Man where you will work with people with severe and enduring mental health problems, providing specialist interventions for a defined caseload of clients. This includes assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care plans for those under our care and supporting their recovery through providing expert psychological interventions, with a recovery focus.

You’ll be joining our large, friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team who will be there to nurture your existing skills and help you develop and further develop your professional skills and experience. You will also have the opportunity to develop partnerships with both internal and external agencies, as well as charitable organisations to support the recovery of our patients.

A workplace that invests in you

• Enjoy 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 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.
• You’ll be based at the Community Health Centre, which is in Douglas and a short drive from Noble’s Hospital. You’ll have the opportunity to work across the whole of the Island, from our lovely countryside villages to our vibrant town centre in Douglas.
• 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.
• Take advantage of the excellent opportunities we provide for your professional development, including the many courses we fund including those up to Masters Level.
• Ability to take 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 sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
• Accommodation is available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents.
• A relocation package of up to £7, based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage / rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £ per month. To find out more about our relocation package click .

Making the Isle of Man your new home

A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover!

You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates . We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

Things to note

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.

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