Crinan Youth Project, is a drug treatment programme for 14-21 year olds with drug and/or alcohol problems. Working from a social change model and through the use of ACRA (adolescent community reinforcement approach) to empower young people to address their substance use and change their lifestyle. Crinan Youth Project is based in the North Inner City and we are seeking to employ a skilled, dynamic worker for the following post:

THERAPIST 

TO WORK WITH YOUNG PEOPLE – Part-time 17.5 hours

The person we are seeking will be enthusiastic, highly motivated and will have the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a community based project. 

The main tasks include:

• Carrying out therapy/counselling assessments with young people
• Providing counselling and therapy to young people with substance use/misuse
• Facilitate sessions with individuals, groups or families
• Referrals to residential detox/treatment programmes
• Out of hours/evening work
• Creating a supportive environment
• Attendance at clinical team meetings
• Maintaining records – computerised and report writing

Essential:

• Minimum of BA in Counselling & Psychotherapy
• Fully accredited member of relevant Counselling/Psychotherapy accrediting body
• Minimum of 3 years post-accreditation professional counselling/psychotherapy work
• Experience of working with young people under 18 years.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

• Knowledge of substance misuse, working with adolescents, group facilitation skills

Salary: 12 point scale €21,205 - €31,488. (commensurate upon experience).

Curriculum Vitae and Letter of Application should be forwarded by email: FAO: Gemma Collins to info@crinanyp.org to arrive not later than: MONDAY 12th May 2025.

Canvassing:

Any attempt by a candidate, himself or herself or by any person(s) acting at the candidate’s instigation, directly or indirectly by means of written communication or otherwise, to canvas or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour any member of the staff of Crinan Youth Project, or person nominated to the Board of Management, to interview or examine applicants will automatically disqualify the candidate for the position being sought.

This post is subject to reference check and Garda Vetting. Short listing may apply.

A panel may be formed for future appointments.

The Crinan Youth Project is an equal opportunities employer.