PCI College – Job DescriptionTitle: Placement Partnerships Co-OrdinatorReports to: Placement Strategy & Development LeadDepartment: Academic DepartmentPurpose of this RoleThe primary role of the Placement Partnerships Co-Ordinator is to support the growth and operational success of PCI College's Placement Team. This role will assist the Placement Strategy & Development Lead (PSDL) in the implementation of practice placement partner sourcing, vetting and quality assurance strategies to ensure the provision of high-quality, suitable practice placement opportunities. The Placement Partnership Co-Ordinator ensures strong relationship maintenance and adherence to programme-specific requirements for practice placements, along with efficient administration and data management to promote placement partnership growth.Key ResponsibilitiesPlacement Co-OrdinationLiaise with external practice placement partners and the PCI College's internal counselling service to manage practice placement opportunity availability.Liaise with the Clinical Manager to ensure accurate data on student enrolments and practice placement demands.Receive up-to-date information on student enrolments and practice placement needs from the Clinical Manager.Identify current practice placement demands and assess current resources, identifying gaps in practice placement availability.Establish, record, and monitor appropriate practice placement opportunities for prospective sign-off students.Be the first point of contact for practice placement partner queries and escalate any concerns following internal procedures.Maintain accurate and up-to-date practice placement partner records using Microsoft CRM.Generate regular reports and analytics on practice placement partner activity, student allocation, and provider engagement.Use CRM tools to track practice placement partner trends, identify gaps, and support strategic planning.Practice Placement Partner Relationship ManagementMonitor and maintain positive relationships with practice placement partners to ensure effective communication, issue resolution, and long-term partnership development.Liaise with current practice placement partners to keep all relevant details up to date and accurate.Facilitate regular communication opportunities to support and encourage a cohesive stakeholder feedback loop.Liaise with practice placement partners regarding college and student feedback/complaints where it relates to practice placement governance and quality assurance.Assist with annual audits to improve practice placement partner relationship management documentation.Implement technological supports to gather increased data and improve communication with practice placement partners.Input and manage data collection on CRM (Microsoft Dynamics & SharePoint).Analyse data and create reports relevant to practice placement partner sourcing and managing requirements.Placement Quality AssuranceContribute and support the implementation of policies and procedures related to practice placement governance and quality assurance.Liaise with the Clinical Manager in relation to newly identified practice placement partners, complete practice placement partner vetting, and onboarding in line with current PCI College policies and procedures.Assist the PSDL with the review of all practice placement governance and quality assurance documentation to adhere to current and future regulatory, legal and accreditation requirements.Work directly with practice placement partners to ensure compliance with CORU practice education standards.Assist in the training of practice placement partners in assessment requirements for students in alignment with accrediting and regulatory bodies.Provide administrative support for practice placement-related academic processes.Document and manage the storage of all evidence of practice placement partner onboarding.Placement SourcingLiaise and assist the PSDL with practice placement partner sourcing strategy and implement practice placement partner sourcing.Carry out practice placement research and outreach to identify and secure practice placement partners and opportunities.Maintain and update database of potential practice placement partner leads, ensuring accuracy and relevance, communicating timely updates to the PSDL.General DutiesBe familiar with validation, accreditation, and governing body requirements for practice placements.Ensure adherence to the practice placement requirements of all programmes.Encourage a culture of continuous improvement within the team and among stakeholders.Network and complete site visits nationwide.Attend all relevant College meetings.Attend PCI College events (Conference, Graduation, etc.) and represent PCI College at external events.Maintain own continuous professional development.This is not an exhaustive list and is subject to review regularlyPersonal SpecificationEssential competencies and educationThe ideal candidate will be/have:Level 8 qualification or above in counselling and psychotherapy.Relationship management within the counselling and psychotherapy profession.Be a good problem solver.Excellent relationship building and partnership maintenance.Strong attention to detail and editing skills.A proven track record of data collection, maintenance, and analysis.Confident with Microsoft 365 Suite.Strong administrative skills i.e., competency with Microsoft Office Suite and other IT solutions.Full, clean driver's license with own car.A good communicator.Passionate, enthusiastic, and innovative.Desirable competencies and educationFull accreditation with a Counselling/Psychotherapy Accreditation Body (IACP, IAHIP, ICP, BACP, etc.).Proven experience of service co-ordination, ideally in an education or practice placement environment.Experience/awareness of practice management.Experience within Higher Education.Familiar with the IACP's and/or other accrediting bodies' codes of ethics.Familiar with CORU regulation.Hours: hour week, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (hours may be discussed with candidate).24-month fixed-term contract.Salary is on a pro-rata basis.Location:PCI College, Corrig House, Clondalkin, Dublin 22 (Hybrid working available)Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: €30,000.00-€37,500.00 per yearExpected hours: 30 – 37.5 per weekBenefits:Bike to work schemeEmployee assistance programOn-site parkingSick payWork from homeApplication question(s):Have you completed a qualification in Counselling & Psychotherapy?Do you have clinical experience in Counselling/Psychotherapy?Have you ever worked in third-level education?Work Location: Hybrid remote in Clondalkin, Dublin 22, CO. 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