Youth Counsellor (12–18) | Therapy & Parental Support

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

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