Position Title
Counsellor
Employer
Crosscare is the social care agency of the Dublin Diocese and is a registered charity.
Overview
Crosscare delivers services with a servant leadership ethos. Crosscare's Homeless, Youth, Information and Advocacy Teams support those most in need with Love, Respect and Excellence.
Nature & Scope
Engage in therapeutic relationships with adults affected by addiction. Work with other members of the clinical team to provide a person‑centred care service.
Location & Schedule
Balbriggan, 35 hours per week, Permanent contract. Salary €42,334 – €56,182 depending on Experience.
Role
- Provide individual counselling to persons over 18 years of age.
- Manage a caseload of clients under the supervision of the line manager.
- Understand and prioritise client's needs, taking account of the influence of family, mental health, peer group, gender, culture and sexuality on beliefs and behaviours.
- Conduct comprehensive assessment of the presenting issues of the client and where appropriate assess concerned persons.
- Develop and maintain clinical partnerships with professionals working in the same or other treatment modalities and settings.
- Notify child protection concerns in accordance with Children First Guidelines in consultation with Crosscare Designated Liaison Person.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of treatment for individuals/groups, matching therapy to needs.
- Discharge and provide onward referral when appropriate.
- Refer clients to self‑help groups and community initiatives.
- Flexibility in practice as required i.e. out of hours, provision of new programmes and service initiatives.
Data Collection and Administration
- Use the admin systems for data collection and recording.
- Network with local projects within the community and develop referral pathways.
- Participate in Crosscare team meetings, supervision, reviews and planning sessions.
- Maintain Crosscare confidentiality at all times and adhere to data protection legislation, policies and procedures.
- Promote positive working relationships with other Crosscare services and external organisations.
Essential Requirements
- Professional Qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy of at least 2‑year Diploma Standard and accreditation with a relevant professional body (ACI/IAAAC/IACP/HIIP or other).
- A minimum of two years' experience of managing a caseload under supervision, after achieving professional qualification.
Personal Skills & Attributes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Motivation and ability to work on own initiative.
- Organisational skills.
- IT skills.
- Demonstrate competence in providing therapy to clients over 18 years, utilising therapeutic approaches such as person‑centred and cognitive‑behavioural therapies.
- Demonstrate detailed up‑to‑date clinical knowledge of assessment and treatments.
- Demonstrate commitment to ongoing evaluation of supervision and clinical practice to ensure a quality and effective service.
- Demonstrate knowledge of notification procedures around child protection and management of other ethical considerations relevant to the post.
- Demonstrate an ability to engage in health promotion and education work.
- Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development and effective use of supervision.
- Demonstrate an ability to work both as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently, under supervision.
Other
- Access to own transport.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries.
- Generous annual leave.
- Additional leave for long service.
- Training and development programmes.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Digital Doctor service.
- Competitive pension plan.
- Bike to work scheme.
Closing date for applications is January 31st 5pm.
Application Process
To apply, please upload a comprehensive CV and letter of application (one document) detailing your suitability for the role to the link provided.
Inclusive Employer Statement
Crosscare is committed to being an inclusive employer and actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. We strive to achieve a positive working environment for our people, enabling us to create a comfortable working environment whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.
If you have a disability and require accommodations to be made during or after the recruitment process, please let us know and we would be happy to accommodate you.
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