MQI is seeking to recruit for a new Counselling role with our CRIS
ream based in the East Coast. Can you please share the details with
your ACI members, for us? The Job Spec is attached and the Application
form too., summary details are set out below:
_COUNSELLOR ?PART- TIME, EAST COAST CRISIS AND INTERVENTION SERVICE
(CRIS)_
_DETAILS:_
JOB TITLE: Counsellor -East Coast Crisis and Intervention Service
(CRIS)
RESPONSIBLE TO: The Head of Operation through the CRIS Coordinator.
RESPONSIBLE FOR: The direct delivery of counselling and groups to
clients in the East Coast catchment area.
REPORTS TO: East Coast CRIS Coordinator.
OBJECTIVE: To effectively deliver counselling, group-work and care
planning to clients of the CRIS service and in doing so to uphold the
philosophy and working ethos of MQI.
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
* Ensure that the day-to-day operations of the service run smoothly
in accordance with organisation and service policies and procedures.
* To work as part of the team with regular and consistent
communication.
* To participate actively in all team meetings and to be open to all
reasonable requests from the CRIS Coordinator.
* Work within the policies of MQI, both organisation wide and
project specific to ensure consistent delivery and quality standards
are adhered to.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
* Two years? experience in a paid full-time capacity in an
addiction service or similar setting or equivalent part time.
* Accredited counsellor with ACI, IACP or equivalent body.
* A relevant third level qualification in addiction studies or
social care.
* An excellent understanding of issues relating to problem drug
use/homelessness including mental health concerns and progression
pathways towards, housing, training, and work.
* Capacity to develop constructive relationships with clients &
team.
* Capacity to work on own initiative and as part of team.
* Capacity to develop positive relationships with internal and
external stakeholders.
* Must be able to demonstrate proficient IT skills including
Microsoft Word, Excel, Power-point, and a good knowledge CRM system
for reporting purposes.
* Experience of developing and delivering workshops and seminars.
* Experience and skills in the referral process and assessment of
clients with addiction needs.
* Experience and skills in developing Care Plans.
* A full driving licence an advantage.
LOCATION: East Coast CRIS service. Various locations. Wicklow and
Arklow. Mileage paid if travel costs are incurred in this role.
CONTRACT TYPE: Part-Time, Fixed Term Contract of **Apply on the
website** months duration
HOURS: **Apply on the website**.5 hours per week
SALARY: (pro-rata based on ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the
website** to ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** per
annum)
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete
the application form attached to this ad and email to **Apply on the
website** with a copy of your CV attached by 5PM ON OCTOBER **APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE**ST **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** Please ensure to include the
following title in the subject line of your email ??APPLICATION
FOR PART-TIME COUNSELLOR EAST COAST CRIS SERVICE, REF C**APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**?. Applications that do not have this title may fail to be
shortlisted.
_MQI is an equal opportunity employer.
MQI reserves the right to review and amend this job description as
appropriate._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
