Novas is a voluntary organisation and Approved Housing Body working
with families, children and single adults who are disadvantaged and
socially excluded; primarily those who are homeless or at risk of
being homeless. We provide a range of housing, health and recovery
services and accommodation for marginalised households throughout
Ireland primarily using a trauma informed approach (all staff are
trauma informed and trained) and a harm reduction model of support. We
also provide bespoke community based supported living services for
persons that find themselves homeless with complex support
requirements on both the Intellectual Disability and Mental Health
spectrums.
Novas are currently seeking applications from energetic and
enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Counsellor /
Psychotherapist at our Dublin STAs Services located in Dublin. The
successful candidates will be afforded necessary training and
development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly
motivated, creative and experienced with a passion for engaging with
clients who are homeless/at risk of homelessness.
POSITION: COUNSELLOR / PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Where: STAs Dublin Services
Contract: Permanent (subject to funding)
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
* Third level qualification-minimum Level 8 recognized by the IACP
/IAHIP or equivalent; or a Diploma in counselling/psychotherapy if
accompanied by a degree in psychology, social care or a related
discipline.
* Experience providing counselling/psychotherapy within a homeless
service setting
* Demonstrate the ability to treat the client group in a non-
judgmental way from a trauma informed perspective, which under pins
Novas service delivery.
* Understanding of a low threshold service and harm reduction model
of working
* A deep understanding of the impact childhood abuse, trauma and
addiction.
* Proven skills in assessing clients? suitability for
counselling/psychotherapy
* Ability to respond appropriately to a range of mental health
issues
* Full Clean Driving license and use of own car
Please see attached Job Description and Peron Specification for more
information
Closing Date for receipt of completed application forms is **APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE**TH JULY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.
INTERVIEW WILL TAKE PLACE WEEK BEGINNING **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH
JULY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.
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We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
