ARC Cancer Support- Counselling Psychotherapist

Le Meas Executive Search; Dublin; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

ARC is hiring a Counselling Psychotherapist at ARC South Circular Road, Dublin 8. Role covers clinical work, caseload management, and service development. 35 hours per week, with an option for job sharing (17.5 hours per week per therapist) for two psychotherapists.

Responsibilities include evidence-based treatment planning, delivering individual sessions, and clinical supervision adherence. Full accreditation and data‑protection compliance are required.

Competenze

• Level 8 qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy (NQAI framework).
• Level 7 qualifications obtained before 2018 accepted.
• Full accreditation with a recognised professional body.
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification therapeutic practice.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Mansioni

• Develop treatment plans based on evidence‑based practice.
• Deliver individual counselling sessions.
• Provide Single Session Therapy where appropriate.
• Review client progress and amend treatment plans as needed.
• Work within professional competence and ethical guidelines.
• Support service development and pilot new approaches.
• Provide telephone support when necessary.

Conoscenze

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Non-judgemental

Organisation

Group facilitation

Reporting

Formazione

Level 8 qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy (NQAI)

Level 7 qualifications (pre-2018)

Full accreditation with a recognised professional body

Minimum 2 years post-qualification practice

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Pleased to support ARC with the hiring of a full time Counselling Psychotherapist or indeed a Job share opportunity for 2 psychotherapists

Job Title Counselling Psychotherapist – full time role (35 hrs)

Or

(job share - 17.5 hours per week) for two psychotherapists

Reporting To Therapeutic Lead

Location/s ARC South Circular Road, Dublin 8 (4 days)

Purpose of the Post Provide support for people affected by cancer, including patients, family members, partners, and significant others through

• Short-term counselling psychotherapy (typically up to 6 sessions)
• Caseload and appointment management
• Contribution to ARC's mission, values and service development

Roles and Responsibilities Clinical Work

• Develop treatment plans based on evidence‑based practice.
• Deliver individual counselling sessions.
• Provide Single Session Therapy where appropriate.
• Review client progress and amend treatment plans as needed.
• Work within professional competence and ethical guidelines.
• Support service development and pilot new approaches.
• Provide telephone support when necessary.

Administration & Case Management

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records.
• Manage client caseloads and waiting lists.
• Schedule, book and reschedule appointments.
• Manage Salesforce calendar and CRM records.
• Open and close client files.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and record‑ keeping policies.
• Escalate risks and report incidents appropriately.
• Liaise with Centre Coordinators, Centre Managers and the Therapeutic Lead

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain professional accreditation and indemnity insurance.
• Attend clinical supervision (internal and external).
• Participate in ARC support meetings and self‑care days.
• Stay up to date with ARC policies and available support services.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifications and/or experience Essential Qualifications

• Level 8 qualification (or higher) in Counselling/Psychotherapy on the NQAI framework.
• Level 7 qualifications obtained before 2018 are accepted.
• Full accreditation with a recognised professional body
• Minimum 2 years post‑qualification therapeutic practice.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Essential skills, competencies and/or knowledge Skills

• Strong empathy and emotional warmth.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Non‑judgemental and client‑centred approach.
• Strong organisational and case management abilities.
• Ability to facilitate groups or training.
• Written and verbal reporting skills.

Knowledge

• Brief Solution Focused Interventions and CBT approaches etc.
• Understanding of the psychological impact of physical illness, particularly cancer

Core Aptitudes

• Compassionate, caring and non‑judgemental.
• Self‑motivated and proactive.
• Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities