Outdoor Therapist
Outdoor Therapist Location: Remote Department: Operations Job Description: At Venture Trust, we are looking for Outdoor Therapists to work within the Greater Glasgow area on a 3 year fixed term basis (April 2026 – March 2029). Our Outdoor Therapists:
- are counsellors/therapists registered with an appropriate professional body who can work thoughtfully and ethically with a client group that can have complex clinical presentations
- are able to work individually to meet the specific needs of their clients whilst maintaining high professional standards
- have personal or professional experience of outdoor environments and will have the capacity to articulate the reasoning behind working therapeutically in natural environment
- be able to work reflectively and effectively within a team and be committed to working towards the aims of the service and the organisation
In this role, you will work with veterans experiencing complex life circumstances, including the impact of trauma, transition, and mental health challenges. They provide Outdoor Therapy to support clients to move forward in ways that are meaningful for them. Therapists work with clients to explore and reflect through individual therapy, which is offered primarily outdoors in urban greenspaces and, on occasion, online. Ideal candidates will have:
- have had training and experience of working with complex trauma presentations
- experience or desire to support working in outdoor environments
Please note we are open to applications from recent graduates who are keen to learn. For more information on this vacancy, please refer to the job description here. In return, we offer a range of benefits including generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 28 days per year plus three additional days during our shutdown period between Christmas and New Year, flexible and hybrid working, an employee benefits package and a joint contributory pension scheme. We also offer a great working culture that embraces our core values of care, trust, belonging and courage in all we do. If you have the skills and experience that we are looking for and you want to play an important role in enabling people to achieve lasting change in their lives, we want to hear from you. To apply, please click "apply for this job" and ensure you upload a completed application form. Please note, only fully completed application forms will be considered, and CVs will not be accepted for this vacancy. If you have any queries relating to this vacancy or the application process, please email [email protected] Closing date for applications: Interviews: Venture Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity in employment and follows an equal opportunities policy. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job