Addiction Counsellor - Navan

Recruit Island; Dublin; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency in Dublin is seeking an Addiction Counsellor to join their team in Navan. This role involves providing support to residents with addiction issues, maintaining clinical standards, and working within a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will have a QQI Level 8 qualification, a minimum of two years' experience, and excellent communication skills. Join a dedicated team that makes a real difference in patient care.

Benefits

Training and supervision provided

Access to ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Full accreditation with a recognized counseling body required.
• Practical experience with the 12-Step Programme.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the facility’s policies and clinical standards.
• Conduct assessments and intakes with clients.
• Develop individual treatment and aftercare plans.

Skills

Excellent communication

Group facilitation

Planning

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

QQI Level 8 counselling qualification

Job description

Addiction Counsellor – Navan

Work as part of the treatment team as an Addiction Counsellor at a healthcare facility in Navan, providing support and treatment to residents with addiction issues. Flexibility, willingness to travel, and work outside normal hours are required. Training and supervision will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the facility’s policies, procedures, and clinical standards.
• Maintain accurate files, records, and statistics.
• Attend supervision and maintain professional accreditation.
• Uphold professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• One-to-one counselling with clients and concerned persons.
• Develop individual treatment and aftercare plans.
• Facilitate group sessions, family conferences, and lectures.
• Conduct assessments and intakes with clients.
• Liaise with referral agencies and other relevant services.
• Case management where necessary.
• Work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ensure smooth running of the centre while on duty.

Requirements / Qualifications

• QQI Level 8 counselling qualification with addiction counselling training.
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Full accreditation with Addiction Counsellors of Ireland (formerly IAAAC), IACP, IAHIP, or BACP.
• Practical experience with the 12-Step Programme.
• Excellent communication, group facilitation, planning, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development.
• Good computer skills.
• Garda vetting required.
• Knowledge of Brief Therapy, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, CRA, CRAFT, Family Dynamics (Desirable)
• Additional counselling-related training (Desirable)

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: €27.99 per hour
• Training and supervision provided.
• Opportunity to work as part of a dedicated, supportive team.
• Access to ongoing professional development.
• Join a supportive team making a real difference in patient care.

About Us

At 3Q Recruitment, we operate a people-first approach. We are a full-suite niche specialist agency in temporary, permanent, and contract recruitment, focused on connecting the Healthcare Sector with experienced, reliable professionals across Ireland. With our head office in Dublin and candidate processing hubs in Offaly and Galway, we work with non-profit, communities, HSE, and healthcare industries nationwide to provide high-quality staffing solutions, delivering trusted, experienced professionals efficiently and reliably.

Apply today and join a dedicated team making a positive impact in patient care.