Counsellor Finglas Closing Date 19.10.26

Crosscare; Dublin; On-site; EUR 43,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Generous annual leave

Training and Development Programmes

Employee Assistance Programme

Digital Doctor Service

Competitive pension plan

Bike to Work Scheme

Job summary

Crosscare, the social care agency of the Dublin Diocese, invites applications for a part-time Counsellor based in Finglas. The role involves engaging in therapeutic relationships with clients aged 12–18 and supporting parents, alongside working with the clinical team to provide person-centred care.

You will manage a caseload under supervision, conduct assessments, and may facilitate groups. Essential requirements include a professional qualification in counselling/psychotherapy of at least two

Qualifications

• Professional Qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy of at least 2yrs Diploma Standard and Accreditation with relevant Professional Body.
• Ability to manage a caseload under supervision and provide therapy to young people 12-18 and support parents.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counselling and possibly group therapy to young people 12-18 years and provide parental support when necessary.
• Manage a caseload under the supervision of the line manager.
• Understand and prioritise Service User needs considering family, mental health, peer group, gender, culture and sexuality.
• Conduct comprehensive assessment of presenting issues.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups if necessary.
• Develop and maintain clinical partnerships with professionals.
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness and outcomes of treatment.
• Discharge and onward referral when appropriate.
• Referral of clients to self-help groups and community initiatives.
• Flexibility in practice including out-of-hours and new programmes.

Skills

Counselling

Group therapy

Caseload management

Parental support

Assessment skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Child protection knowledge

Education

Counselling/Psychotherapy qualification

Accreditation with professional body (ACI/IACP etc.)

Job description

Position Title: Counsellor

The Employer:

Crosscare is the social care agency of the Dublin Diocese and is a registered charity.

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.

Location: Finglas

Work Schedule: 28 hours

Contract: Part Time Permanent

Salary: €43,181 - €57,306 PRO RATA

Reporting to: The post holder will be responsible to Crosscare Counselling Service Manager or nominated Deputy.

The Role: The post holder will engage in therapeutic relationships with clients from 12- 18 years and also support parents. The post holder will work with other members of the clinical team to provide a person-centred care service.

General Responsibilities:

• Provide individual counselling and possibly group therapy to young people 12-18 years and provide parental support when necessary.


• Manage a caseload under the supervision of the line manager.


• Understand and prioritise Service User 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 concerned persons where appropriate.


• Facilitation of therapeutic groups if necessary.


• Development and maintenance of clinical partnerships with professionals working in same or other treatment modalities and settings.


• Notification of child protection concerns in accordance with “Children First” Guidelines in consultation with Crosscare Designated Liaison Person.


• To monitor and evaluate effectiveness and outcomes of treatment for individuals/groups, matching therapy to needs.


• Discharge and onward referral when appropriate.


• Referral of 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

Essential Requirements:

The candidate must, at the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the post, possess: Professional Qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy of at least 2yrs Diploma Standard AND Accreditation with relevant Professional Body within ACI (previously IAAAC) or IACP, IHIP or other and a minimum of two years' experience of managing a case load under supervision, after achieving professional qualification.

Personal Skills/Attributes:

• Demonstrate competence in providing therapy to Service Users 12- 18 years, utilising therapeutic approaches such as person-centred and integrative therapies and group facilitation skills.


• Provide parental support when necessary.


• Demonstrate detailed up-to-date clinical knowledge of assessments and treatment plans.


• 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 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 to work independently, under Supervision Other Requirements of the Post.


• Access to own transport.


• A flexible attitude to working evenings if requested.

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

In Crosscare, we approach our work with an attitude of service, showinglove, care and kindness in all interactions with others. We treat people with a level of respect they will remember long after our service and support have been received. We strive for excellence in everything we do. Our clients, young people and service users deserve it.

Crosscare is registered with the Charities Regulator (RCN: 20169084) and the Revenue Commissioners (CHY-6262) Crosscare is the Social Care Agency of the Archdiocese of Dublin.

Detailed information on all aspects of our work is available at www.crosscare.ie

Closing date for applications is October 19th 2026

Garda Vetting will apply to this role

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