Staff Counsellor

Staff Counsellor Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position #003301 Staff Counsellor, 3 Year Fixed Term Contract Role Profile The Counselling and Personal Development Service is currently seeking a Staff Counsellor with excellent counselling/psychotherapy, mental health assessment/crisis management and staff training skills, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in counselling/psychotherapy or clinical psychology, working with adults in a primary care setting or in an organisational context or equivalent. The Staff Counsellor will report to the Head of the Counselling & Personal Development Service. The Dean of Students has ultimate responsibility for all services within SS&D. Please see the attached job description which includes details on the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required. Salary Scale: Professional 6 Scale. €64,341 – €91,656 Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy. Closing Date: Friday 27 March 2026 Additional Information Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment. For more information on Student Support & Development (SS&D) -  Please visit our Student Support & Development website for more information . Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to: Ms Helena Ahern, Head of Counselling & Personal Development, Student Support & Development, Dublin City University. Phone + 353 (0)1 7005161.  Email: helena.ahern@dcu.ie Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below. Application Procedure: Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload: 1)  Curriculum Vitae 2)  Cover Letter 3)  Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy). Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed. Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer. In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process. The University’s Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps.  Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs #LI-Hybrid Contact Email : Talent@dcu.ie Contact No : 00353 1 700 5149 Click on the link(s) below to view documents Filesize Notes Application Form 47.7 Job Description 210.7 Return to Search Apply for Job