Addiction Counsellor – Prison Counselling Service
Cpl Healthcare, in partnership with our client, is currently recruiting for an Addiction Counsellor to work as part of a Prison Counselling Service.
Working in partnership with the prison service, the Addiction Counsellor will deliver counselling services for persons with drug and/or alcohol problems in a prison setting.
This role is offered on a full and/or part-time basis and will be based in Cloverhill prison.
Responsibilities:
1. Deliver specific substance use interventions using a variety of models, i.e., Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Relapse Prevention, as well as crisis interventions, with the aim of promoting self-efficacy and motivation to change and to reduce harm caused by substance misuse/offending behaviours.
2. Develop comprehensive care plans in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team and ensure regular review of individual treatment plans and goals identified.
3. Keep records and observe the appropriate professional standards.
4. Engage in multidisciplinary prison-based training as required.
5. Co-operate with relevant approved research, by or on behalf of the Irish Prison Service.
6. Attend meetings with the IPS and local prison management, as necessary, to review the service.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Two years experience in a paid full-time capacity, or equivalent part-time, in an addiction service or similar setting.
2. Accredited counsellor with ACI, IACP, or equivalent body.
3. A relevant third-level qualification in addiction studies or social care.
4. An excellent understanding of issues relating to problem drug use, criminal offending, homelessness, dual-diagnosis, and progression pathways towards community-based rehab, housing, and training services.
5. Capacity to develop constructive relationships with clients & team.
6. Capacity to work on own initiative and as part of the team.
7. Capacity to develop positive relationships with internal and external agencies.
8. Experience and skills in developing Care Plans.
For a full job description or further information, please email your CV to brian.murray@cplhealthcare.com or call Brian on 01 482 5421.
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