Pieta’s vision is a world where suicide, self-harm and stigma have been replaced by hope, self-care and acceptance. Pieta provide a range of counselling services for people who are suicidal, engage in self-harm or who are bereaved by suicide. Pieta also operate a national 24-hour helpline (1800 247 247) and a dedicated Education and Training office. We are committed to delivering our services with care and professionalism and continue to strive to ensure that we provide the best service for our clients.
Tralee Centre Opening hours:
Mon: 9am to 8pm
Tues: 9am to 6pm
Wed: 9am to 6pm
Thurs: 9am to 8pm
Fri: 9am to 5pm
The role of the Lead Therapist is to manage Therapists and Centre Administrations and oversee therapy and clinical issues that may arise. Pieta Tralee currently employs a team of 9x Psychotherapists and 3x Centre Administrators.
Role & Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Regional Manager this role ensures quality in service delivery and consistency in approach.
Promote and maintain the ethos of Pieta which is rooted in compassion and care
Monitor and support therapists in the delivery of safe, high quality therapeutic interventions
Ensuring best practice in clinical governance, up to date accreditation and insurance
Ensuring all therapists attend individual and group supervision
Oversee client assessments and risk assessments, ensuring best practice, and supporting access to the service in line with our service model and ensure that risk management strategies are implemented and reviewed as needed
People management including Therapists and Centre Administrators
Probation and performance management and individual management support meetings
Oversee staff training, inductions, rostering and record completion
Oversee file management in-line with GDPR, data protection and confidentiality
Act as a Pieta Clinical Representative in the local community as required and agreed by Regional Manager
Consult and collaborate with Regional Manager
Escalate areas of concern to Regional Manager
Implement all policies and procedures and monitor and ensure compliance by all staff
Work closely with operations department to ensure Health & Safety compliance in centres/with staff
Liaise with Regional Support Coordinator and Regional Manager for appropriate allocation of clients and waiting lists
Maintain an agreed clinical caseload
Work within an agreed budget
Education, Skills & Experience Required:
Must be a qualified and fully accredited Psychotherapist or Counselling Psychologist with IACP, BACP, IAHIP, FTAI, IAPTP, APPI, APCP, NAPCP, PSI or ICP.
A minimum of two years supervisory or management experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in using Microsoft Office
Experience of working with a broad cross section of staff and professionals, across agencies/communities
Be interested in and demonstrate a belief and enthusiasm for the work of Pieta
Experience with databases an advantage (e.g. Salesforce CRM)
Employee Benefits:
Competitive salary and 26 annual leave days per annum ( plus additional 2 concession days for Good Friday & Christmas Eve)
Paid external supervision sessions
Access to training & development opportunities including annual CPD allowance
Access to contributory pension scheme
Life Assurance benefit
Employee Assistance Programme
Travel Pass/Bike to Work Scheme
Applications for this post should be made via the website or by email to recruitment@pieta.ie by 13th October 2023. Please attach a CV and cover letter outlining your particular suitability to the role.
Please Note: Garda Vetting is required of the successful candidate
Pieta is an equal opportunities employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or physical/mental disability. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We offer additional support to those with additional requirements. Please let us know if you require support ahead of your interview.