Role:Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist - LetterkennyLocation:3rd Floor, Grand Central Building, Canal Road Letterkenny F92 EK7YHours:20 hours per weekMonday 3-8pmTuesday 9-2pmWednesday 3-8pmThursday 9-2pmEmployment Type:Specified Purpose ContractPieta's vision is a world where suicide, self-harm, and stigma have been replaced by hope, self-care, and acceptance. Pieta provides a range of counselling services for people who are suicidal, engage in self-harm or who are bereaved by suicide. Pieta also operates a national 24-hour helpline and has a dedicated Education and Training office. We are committed to delivering our services with care and professionalism and continue to strive to ensure that we provide the best service for our clients.Responsibilities:Reporting directly to the centre's Clinical Service Manager the role of the Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist is to provide professional and compassionate therapeutic support to children & adolescents who are in suicidal or self-harm crisis, or those bereaved by suicide.Conduct risk & suitability assessments and implement risk management plans as appropriateProvide evidence-informed, brief, strengths-based & goal focused interventionsWork in accordance with Pieta's Policies, Procedures and GuidelinesLiaise and consult with other professionals in supporting the client as requiredMaintain accurate, confidential records of practice using SalesforceAttend external clinical supervision twice per month (paid by Pieta) and attend group supervision internally in Pieta once per monthContribute to research, audit and evaluation of the service as requiredMaintain professional and personal boundariesParticipate in team meetings and attend other meetings as deemed necessaryShare information with the Clinical Service Manager, Regional Manager, Pieta team and other services as appropriate in accordance with good practiceAbility to fulfil obligations as per the Children First Act 2015Work in accordance with Pieta's Policies, Procedures and Guidelines to ensure consistent delivery of services and compliance with legislation e.g. in the following areas: Health and Safety, GDPR and Child ProtectionEducation, Skills & Experience Required:A recognized qualification at a minimum QQI Level 8 * in Counselling and/or Psychotherapy. *(A recognised Level 7 in Counselling and / or Psychotherapy obtained pre-2018 along with accreditation will be accepted)Be a fully accredited Psychotherapist and have completed 50 hours of personal therapy as part of their training *A minimum certificate qualification to work with clients aged under 18 years old - essential – applicants currently undertaking a course towards this qualification will be consideredExperience with under 18's and training in this area - essentialAbility to fulfil obligations as per the Children First Act 2015Knowledge and experience of Brief Solution Focused Interventions, CBT etc.Ability to reflect on practice in order to facilitate personal learning, professional development and service improvementDemonstrate great warmth and the ability to empathizeStrong interpersonal & communication skillsAbility to work cooperatively as part of a teamStrong time management skills and capacity to prioritize competing demandsAbility to foster good working relationships with external agencies and organisations*Accepted accreditation bodies include IACP,BACP,IAHIP,FTAI,NAPCP,IAPTP,APPI,APCP,ICPEmployee Benefits:Education allowance of 90% of course fee with up to 10 days paid study leave over the course durationAttractive Leave entitlementsEntitlement to 2 paid supervision (independent) sessions per month up to a maximum of €70 per sessionOccupational 5% pension scheme (Upon completion of probation period)Travel pass & bike to work schemesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeSupportive team environment with monthly in-house group supervision and Pieta Way training for all new startersApplications for the above should be made through our website, attaching a cover letter outlining your particular suitability to the role and an updated C.V.Closing Date: 28th November 2025Note:Garda Vetting is required (of the successful candidates) for all positions.Pieta is an equal opportunities employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or physical/mental disability. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We offer additional support to those with additional requirements. Please let us know if you require support ahead of your interview.