Bank of suitably qualified psychologists and counsellors.

Victims & Survivors Trust (VAST) are seeking to recruit a bank of suitably qualified psychologists and counsellors.  Interested parties are invited to apply on an individual basis or as part of an organisation/consortium.

Counsellor/Counselling Psychologist – A small number of hours available per month to be delivered as part of our VSP funded programme 2017-2020 (subject to funding may be extended).

The Counselling service will be specifically aimed at individuals who have been directly affected by the NI conflict/troubles. 

Principle duties of post:

1. To undertake a preliminary assessment of clients (within our own internal standards VAST requires that this role be carried out by a trained psychologist).
2. To formulate a therapeutic service plan conducive to client, need.
3. To ensure that clients receive prompt and professional communication at all times.
4. To maintain files, case notes etc. in adherence with organisation policies on data protection.
5. To complete pre-and post-evaluative assessment.
6. Use CORENET system for monitoring and evaluation of impact on clients
7. To work to a code of ethics and practice appropriate to relevant professional body. 

Essential Criteria:

1. Accredited with a professional body appropriate to therapeutic modality, for example UKCP, ICP, IACP, BABCP, BACP - all counselling psychologists must be registered with HCPC.
2. Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience post qualification of delivering therapy for groups and individuals working with victims of the conflict or in a trauma related area. 
3. Have undertaken regular clinical supervision with an approved Supervisor.
4. Experience of using CORE system.

Applying for Position:

Interested individuals, organisations or groups of individuals should forward a current CV and personal statement including:

• Relevant qualifications and proof of meeting minimum standards
• Evidence of post qualification experience working with victims and/or in the field of trauma
• Details of a referee who may be contacted
• Rate per hour to:

VAST

Unit 12, Social Economy Village

Belfast BT17 0XS

[email protected]

All sessional workers are responsible for their own tax and national insurance.

The above project is funded under the Victims Support Programme for Groups Working with Victims and Survivors, which is administered by the Victims and Survivors Service on behalf of the Executive Office.