Part Time Qualified Adolescent Therapist

The Thomas Hayes Trust CLG/Teac Tom

  • Kilkenny
  • €35.00 per hour
  • Contract
  • Part-time
  • 2 days ago
About Teac Tom The Thomas Hayes Trust (Teac Tom) is a non-profit organisation providing free, accessible mental health support and suicide intervention services. We are committed to supporting young people and families in crisis and helping them build resilience and recovery. Role Purpose The Adolescent Therapist will provide therapeutic support to young people (typically aged 12-18) experiencing emotional distress, mental health difficulties, trauma, or suicidal ideation. The therapist will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver client-centred, timely, and ethical interventions in line with Teac Tom's values and clinical governance framework. Key Responsibilities  Provide one-to-one counselling or psychotherapy for adolescents referred to Teac Tom  Maintain accurate, confidential client records in line with GDPR & clinical protocols  Participate in regular clinical supervision and team meetings  Support the delivery of Teac Tom's community outreach, education & awareness programmes (where appropriate) Essential Criteria  Minimum Level 8 qualification in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Play Therapy, or Psychology  Accredited (or working towards accreditation) with IACP, IAHIP, PSI, APPI, or equivalent  Minimum 2 years of clinical experience working with adolescents  Demonstrated ability to build rapport with young clients and manage risk appropriately  Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice  Garda Vetting clearance (required prior to commencing work)  Professional indemnity insurance Desirable  Additional training in suicide prevention (e.g., ASIST, SafeTALK)  Experience working in a trauma-informed, community-based setting  Familiarity with CORE 10 or similar outcome measurement tools  Capacity to deliver group sessions, workshops, or psychoeducation when needed What We Offer  A supportive, mission-driven team environment  Ongoing CPD opportunities and regular clinical supervision  Flexibility in scheduling and workload (where feasible)  The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families As this is a self employed opportunity, applicants are responsible for their own Tax and PRSI contribution
  • Sector:
Career Level
  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]
Candidate Requirements Essential
2 Level 8 (incl Higher Diploma & Honours Bachelor Degree) Desirable
Administration, Interpersonal Skills Time Management, Working on own Initiative adolescent therapy, counselling, play therapy, psychology

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