The Health Service Executive is recruiting Counsellors/Therapists for the National Counselling Service across the Dublin and South East Health Region. These roles support individuals and families through professional, evidence-based counselling services within community and national settings. A panel will be formed to fill current and future vacancies across multiple contract types.
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Key Responsibilities
• Deliver professional counselling and therapeutic interventions in line with HSE standards
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop appropriate care plans
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Uphold ethical practice, confidentiality, and safeguarding requirements
• Participate in supervision, service evaluation, and continuous professional development
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives within the National Counselling Service
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Recognised qualification in counselling or psychotherapy at the required standard
• Eligibility for registration or accreditation with the relevant professional body
• Demonstrated experience providing counselling or therapeutic services
• Strong communication, assessment, and clinical judgement skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of HSE policies, clinical governance, and safeguarding practices
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales for Grade 3028
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Contract options include Permanent, Fixed Term, and Specified Purpose
• Public service pension scheme
• Generous annual leave and public sector benefits
• Access to ongoing training, supervision, and professional development
Location & Employer Information
These roles are based within the HSE National Counselling Service across the Dublin and South East Health Region, including Wicklow, Waterford, South Tipperary, South Dublin, Kilkenny, Carlow, and Wexford. Specific locations will be confirmed at the Expression of Interest stage. The Health Service Executive provides a wide range of community and national health services across Ireland.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted online via the official application portal.
For informal enquiries:
Derek McNamara, Director of Counselling
Email: [email protected]
Campaign Lead:
Marius Calugar
Email: [email protected]
Last Day to Apply: 21 January 2026 at 12:00 PM
