ARCHWAYS
Archways is a not-for-profit organisation researching and delivering
evidence-based programmes for children and families in Ireland. One of
the services offered by Archways is Families First. The Families First
team supports the complex needs of families using an evidence-based,
intensive systemic therapeutic approach. The team provides home and
community-based family therapy and psychotherapy services to families
with complex needs. Families First operate within an interagency
framework.
ARCHWAYS IS SEEKING AN ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST / SYSTEMIC FAMILY
THERAPIST: A PART-TIME 4-DAY A WEEK POST
The successful candidate must have a commitment to work from a
strength-based, trauma-informed, youth and family development
perspective and preferably have a proven track record of delivering
highly effective work with complex families.
Successful applicants will receive additional training in Functional
Family Therapy.
The position will be based in the Midlands Area.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Candidates must have a minimum qualification of a primary degree in
Counselling/Psychotherapy/Counselling Psychology or Family Therapy
* Full accreditation with the relevant professional body is
essential
* Candidates must have at least 3 years of relevant work experience,
working with families and adolescents with challenging and complex
needs
IN ADDITION, CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE:
* Excellent relationship building skills and ability to motivate
young people and their families to participate in therapy
* Commitment to empowering families to solve their own problems
* Strong clinical skills
* Ability and willingness to work with families in their own homes
where appropriate
* Flexibility to work when the families are available to meet
* Ability to work independently, as well as contribute to a team
* Ability to work collaboratively with statutory agencies
* Excellent interpersonal/communication/report writing skills
* Full driving license
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
* Carrying a caseload as assigned
* Providing a home-based service to families as necessary (Travel is
required)
* Actively participating as part of the team
* Working collaboratively with referring agencies and other
community and state agencies
* Working with families to develop a family plan and case manage
referrals to other
* appropriate services and supports
* Compile and maintain the relevant records, as well as perform the
basic accountability responsibilities connected to the job
* Attending weekly group and individual supervision
* Perform other duties as requested
APPLICATION DETAILS:
* For further information, please contact Alice Ann Lee by email:
**Apply on the website**
* Applications with CV and cover letter to **Apply on the website**
* The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 4th
February **Apply on the website** at 5pm.
_THIS POSITION IS FUNDED BY TUSLA_
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
