ADULT EDUCATION GUIDANCE COUNSELLOR
The successful candidate will be required to work in the geographical
areas of Galway and Roscommon. The post-holder will report to the
Adult Guidance Coordinator/Counsellor.
* To develop and deliver a programme of guidance provision to
individuals and groups which supports the aims and objectives of the
GRETB Adult Guidance and Information Service, under the direction of
the Adult Guidance Coordinator/Counsellor or Chief Executive/Director
of FET/AEO.
* To establish effective links with relevant agencies from the
statutory, voluntary and community sectors to exchange information,
develop partnership working and support client progression.
* To contribute to the development and implementation of a quality
and evaluation framework and to the strategic development of the
Service.
* To participate in appropriate continuous professional development
and training as agreed with Guidance Coordinator/Counsellor.
MAIN DUTIES
* TO DEVELOP AND DELIVER A PROGRAMME OF GUIDANCE AND INFORMATION
PROVISION TO INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS WHICH SUPPORTS THE AIMS AND
OBJECTIVES OF THE GRETB ADULT GUIDANCE AND INFORMATION SERVICE, UNDER
THE DIRECTION OF THE ADULT GUIDANCE COORDINATOR/COUNSELLOR OR CHIEF
EXECUTIVE/DIRECTOR OF FET/AEO.
* deliver an appropriate range of guidance service provision which
includes information, advice, support, guidance and counselling to
clients.
* undertake assessment, action planning and progress review with
clients.
* operate effective client referral procedures, internally and
externally.
* contribute to the provision of sources of information on
appropriate learning, training and employment to clients and
associated client support, such as funding, childcare etc.
* maintain accurate records and client documents within the
boundaries of confidentiality and in accordance with General Data
Protection Regulations.
* to provide support and advice in the field of guidance and
counselling to staff in GRETB and Further Education and Training
centres and support the development of an integrated curriculum of
learning, guidance and progression.
* to assist in the management of resources, e.g. financial,
premises, materials, personnel etc as appropriate, relevant to the
needs of the Service.
* any other duties appropriate to the needs of the Service as may be
assigned by the Adult Guidance Coordinator/Counsellor or CE/Director
of FET/AEO for the effective and efficient management of resources.
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* TO ESTABLISH EFFECTIVE LINKS WITH RELEVANT AGENCIES FROM THE
STATUTORY, VOLUNTARY AND COMMUNITY SECTORS TO EXCHANGE INFORMATION,
DEVELOP PARTNERSHIP WORKING AND SUPPORT CLIENT PROGRESSION.
* establish and maintain links with local and national learning and
training providers, agencies who offer support to clients and other
guidance projects and employers.
* participate in local and national networks, partnerships and
committees as appropriate.
* contribute to presentations, events, training and conferences with
other agencies as required.
* to share good practice from the sector and supporting the
mainstreaming of relevant lessons into national policy and practice.
* to act in a representative capacity, if required, on matters
relating to adult guidance counselling.
* identify and report on gaps in guidance service provision and
learning/training provision.
* contribute to marketing activities and contribute to the
production of publicity materials.
* undertake appropriate activities to publicise and market the
service.
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* TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A QUALITY
AND EVALUATION FRAMEWORK AND TO THE STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE
PROJECT.
* maintain required records in accordance with General Data
Protection Regulations. to contribute to monitoring, research, client
tracking and client feedback
* contribute as required to the ongoing monitoring, review and
evaluation of the service delivery and development.
* contribute to the identification of gaps in provision and methods
of delivery which can inform developments.
* prepare regular activity reports and submissions in consultation
with the Adult Guidance Coordinator/Counsellor or CE/Director of
FET/AEO as appropriate.
* participate in the planning of service delivery to agreed client
groups and agencies.
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* TO PARTICIPATE IN APPROPRIATE CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
AND TRAINING AS AGREED WITH THE PROJECT MANAGEMENT.
* undertake agreed staff development and training identified to
ensure competent performance of duties.
* maintain awareness of ongoing developments at local and national
level.
* To engage with the ETB performance management and development
appraisal process
* review practice and performance with the support of a caseload
supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
* A primary degree and a Post Graduate Diploma in Careers Guidance or
Careers Guidance and Counselling or a Masters of Education (Guidance)
or a Master of Science in Counselling or equivalent post graduate
qualification recognised by the Irish Association of Counselling and
Psychotherapy or the Institute of Guidance Counsellors.
* Experience of delivering educational guidance to adults is
desirable.
* Experience in adult/further education and training, teaching,
employment service, youth work, community development or social
science is essential.
* Irish language skills are desirable;
* Knowledge of learning, training and employment opportunities and
the range of services/supports available to the client target groups.
* Ability to liaise with and to establish good relationships with a
wide range of clients, agencies and staff.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
* An understanding of the needs of the diverse target groups.
* Be highly conscientious and committed to the highest standards of
professional service
* Be caring and motivated by the best interests of the clients.
* Have excellent listening skills.
* Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy.
* A genuine commitment to a person centred, non-judgemental and
holistic approach to working with clients.
* Commitment to improving access to educational opportunities and
progression for all adults.
* Proven communication and presentation skills both orally and in
writing to a wide range of recipients.
* ICT skills for preparation of word document and use of the Adult
Guidance Management System, OFFICE and **Apply on the website**
programmes, Microsoft Teams, ZOOM and research on the Internet.
* Organisational skills and the ability to manage own workload with
the minimum of supervision.
* Ability to maintain effective client records and operate within
boundaries of confidentiality and General Data Protection Regulations.
* Ability to maintain effective project management and evaluation
records and procedures.
* Ability to work as a member of team and on own initiative.
* Ability to operate flexibly in a range of tasks.
* Full driving licence and access to a car.
NATURE OF THE POST
The Guidance Counsellor in the GRETB Adult Guidance and Information
Service is a fixed term post. A Panel for any further full time/part
time temporary and permanent Guidance Counsellor positions that arise
may be created.
SALARY
As per Department of Education guidelines, NEW APPOINTEES WHO ARE
ENTERING THIS GRADE FOR THE FIRST TIME WILL START AT THE MINIMUM POINT
OF THE SCALE, however incremental credit may apply, if, immediately
prior to appointment the appointee is already a service Civil or
Public Servant. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time
in line with Government pay policy. _THE SALARY IS NOT SUBJECT TO
NEGOTIATION._
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HOURS OF ATTENDANCE
Guidance Counsellors should work for **Apply on the website** hours
per week. Attendance should be at such times as necessary for the
delivery of the GRETB Adult Guidance and Information Service.
Attendance outside of normal hours will be by prior agreement with the
Adult Guidance Coordinator/CE/Director of FET/AEO of the ETB, and will
be offset against normal hours? attendance.
ANNUAL LEAVE
Guidance Counsellors shall have **Apply on the website** days annual
leave, excluding public holidays. Annual leave shall be taken in
accordance with the needs of the GRETB Adult Guidance and Information
Service, and will be determined by Adult Guidance
Coordinator/CE/Director of FET/AEO of the ETB.
HOW TO APPLY
All particulars of post and online application process can be found
on the gretb website :
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
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