VITA HOUSE IS A PLACE OF WELCOME FOR ALL; WE ARE COMMITTED TO
DELIVERING OUR SERVICES WITH CARE AND PROFESSIONALISM AND CONTINUE TO
STRIVE TO ENSURE THAT WE PROVIDE THE BEST SERVICE FOR ALL OF OUR
CLIENTS.
JOB TITLE: Senior Psychotherapist
LOCATION: Vita House Family Centre, Abbey Street, Co Roscommon.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Service & Board of Directors
PURPOSE OF JOB
The primary purpose of this post is to provide individual, couple and
family therapy services within Vita House. Our aim is to provide
private, respectful, non-judgemental therapeutic service for
individuals and families in a safe and trustworthy environment.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
CONTRACT: Full time subject to adequate and sustainable funding
(part-time position available x2)
HOURS: * hours per week over 5 days (**Apply on
the website**.5 x2 on part-time basis)
SALARY: € *, * per annum
ANNUAL LEAVE: * days annual leave
*This is a full-time position but consideration will be given for two
persons to share the post on part-time hours. Please state on your
cover letter what working hours your are interested in applying for
i.e. full/part-time.
BENEFITS
* Competitive salary and attractive annual leave days.
* Access to in house training courses which are cpd approved.
* Access to monthly peer support group, reflective workshops and
supportive learning space.
* Annual Employee appreciation event.
* Supportive team environment.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting directly to the Director of Service the role will include,
but not limited to:
* To provide 1:1 individual therapy to adults, children and
adolescents utilising evidence informed therapeutic interventions.
* To assess suitability of client and deliver appropriate
therapeutic supports or facilitate access to other services as
appropriate.
* To assess risk and implement management plans as appropriate in
line with Vita House policy.
* To hold and maintain an agreed clinical caseload.
* To maintain accurate client files and other administration needs
as per Vita House policy.
* To comply with Data Protection Acts *,
* & * (GDPR)
* To fulfil all obligations as per Children First Act **Apply on the
website**.
* To work in accordance with all policies and procedures of Vita
House.
* To deliver educational programmes and/or workshops/talks to
relevant groups/schools etc. as requested by the Director of Service.
* To provide case management duties under the direction of the
Director of service.
* Identify and manage area’s of concern and escalate to the
Director of Service as required.
* To deputise for the clinical management during periods of
prolonged leave
* Liaise and consult with other professionals in supporting the
client as required.
* Follow adult and child protection and safeguarding legislation and
policies in all work
* To maintain registration with accredited body, including regular
receipt of clinical supervision and engagement with continued
professional development.
* To be open to participating in clinical work and projects as
deemed appropriate by the Director of Service.
* To assist in the development and implementation of relevant
policies and procedures.
* To maintain professional and personal boundaries.
* To be flexible in relation to working hours in line with the needs
of the service.
* Performance of all other duties relevant to the role that may be
required by the Director of Service.
EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
* A recognised qualification at minimum Level 8 or higher on the
NQAI framework in Counselling or Psychotherapy (Or a recognised Level
7 in Counselling & Psychotherapy obtained pre- *
will be accepted)
* Be fully accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist with IACP, BACP,
IAHIP, FTAI, IAPTP, PTIRL, APPI, APCP, NAPCP or ICP.
* Experience working with clients aged under **Apply on the
website** years of age is essential – training / qualification in
this area is required for the role.
* Have developed ethical awareness for best practice.
* Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Have strong organisational ability.
* Be self-motivated and have willingness and ability to assume an
appropriate level of responsibility.
* Demonstrate great warmth and the ability to empathize.
* Strong time management skills and capacity to prioritize competing
demands.
* Ability to work co-operatively as part of a team.
* Experience in developing and implementing policies and procedures.
* Ability to foster good working relationships with external
agencies and organisations.
* Hr knowledge and line management experience relevant to the role.
APPLICATION PROCESS
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should forward their CV’s and cover letter to
Director OF Service * or to the following
address
Sarah Boyle
Director fo Service
Vita House
Abbey Street
Roscommon
F *N *
In your cover letter, please outline your suitability for this role as
per the job description and include any other relevant information.
Closing date : **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH FEBRUARY **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
