ADDICTION COUNSELLOR, SESSIONAL / PART-TIME
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Addiction Counsellor, sessional / Part-Time
RESPONSIBLE FOR: The direct delivery of counselling services for
persons with drug and or alcohol problems in the Killinarden area
REPORTS TO: Manager of CARP
OBJECTIVE: To effectively deliver counselling
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* The direct delivery of counselling services for persons with drug
and /or alcohol problems.
* To operate within professional and ethical guidelines of CARP.
* Comprehensively assess (formally or informally).
* Deliver face-to-face counselling sessions as well as via telephone
or zoom, as required.
* Deliver specific substance use interventions using a variety of
models including,
Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction,
Relapse Prevention as well as crisis interventions, the aim of which
is to promote self-efficacy and motivation to change and to reduce
harm caused by substance misuse/offending behaviors.
* Attend team meetings when required.
* Keep records and observe the appropriate professional standards.
* Provide information/statistics regarding the details of
counselling i.e., the nature, objectives, duration etc.
* Refer to other agencies where appropriate.
* Provide information and advice supporting harm reduction approach
utilized in CARP.
* To notify your line manager as soon as possible where there are
Child protection concerns.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
* At least Two years? experience in a paid full-time capacity, or
equivalent part time, in an addiction service or similar setting.
* Accredited counsellor with ACI, IAACP or equivalent body.
* A relevant third level qualification in the area of addiction
studies or social care.
* An excellent understanding of issues relating to problem drug use,
criminal offending, homelessness, dual-diagnosis, and progression
pathways towards community based rehab, housing, and training
services.
* Capacity to develop constructive relationships with clients &
staff team.
* Capacity to work on own initiative and as part of team.
* Capacity to develop positive relationships with internal and
external agencies.
* Must be able to demonstrate proficient IT skills including
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience of using a database.
* Experience and skills in developing Care Plans to include
assessment of needs.
CONTRACT TYPE: 1-year Fixed Term Contract
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email to
**Apply on the website** with a cover letter and a copy of your
up-to-date CV attached by 5pm on Friday **Apply on the website**th
March **Apply on the website**.
COMMUNITY ADDICTION RESPONSE PROGRAMME (CARP KILLINARDEN CLG)
ADDICTION COUNSELLOR, SESSIONAL / PART-TIME
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Addiction Counsellor, sessional / Part-Time
RESPONSIBLE FOR: The direct delivery of counselling services for
persons with drug and or alcohol problems in the Killinarden area
REPORTS TO: Manager of CARP
OBJECTIVE: To effectively deliver counselling
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* The direct delivery of counselling services for persons with drug
and /or alcohol problems.
* To operate within professional and ethical guidelines of CARP.
* Comprehensively assess (formally or informally).
* Deliver face-to-face counselling sessions as well as via telephone
or zoom, as required.
* Deliver specific substance use interventions using a variety of
models including,
Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction,
Relapse Prevention as well as crisis interventions, the aim of which
is to promote self-efficacy and motivation to change and to reduce
harm caused by substance misuse/offending behaviors.
* Attend team meetings when required.
* Keep records and observe the appropriate professional standards.
* Provide information/statistics regarding the details of
counselling i.e., the nature, objectives, duration etc.
* Refer to other agencies where appropriate.
* Provide information and advice supporting harm reduction approach
utilized in CARP.
* To notify your line manager as soon as possible where there are
Child protection concerns.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
* At least Two years? experience in a paid full-time capacity, or
equivalent part time, in an addiction service or similar setting.
* Accredited counsellor with ACI, IAACP or equivalent body.
* A relevant third level qualification in the area of addiction
studies or social care.
* An excellent understanding of issues relating to problem drug use,
criminal offending, homelessness, dual-diagnosis, and progression
pathways towards community based rehab, housing, and training
services.
* Capacity to develop constructive relationships with clients &
staff team.
* Capacity to work on own initiative and as part of team.
* Capacity to develop positive relationships with internal and
external agencies.
* Must be able to demonstrate proficient IT skills including
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and experience of using a database.
* Experience and skills in developing Care Plans to include
assessment of needs.
CONTRACT TYPE: 1-year Fixed Term Contract
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email to
**Apply on the website** with a cover letter and a copy of your
up-to-date CV attached by 5pm on Friday **Apply on the website**th
March **Apply on the website**.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
