A leading youth mental health organization in Bray, Ireland, seeks a Senior Jigsaw Clinician to provide therapeutic support to young people aged 12-25. This full-time position involves conducting assessments, providing interventions, and assuming leadership roles. The ideal candidate will possess a doctorate in psychology or equivalent qualifications, have a minimum of three years of experience, and be passionate about mental health. A competitive salary range of €52,648 - €74,309, alongside benefits including a pension scheme and flexible working options, is offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Summary The Jigsaw Service Administrator is an important youth-friendly role which will be a first point of contact for young people who call into the Jigsaw Hub and will be able to give information or direct them to support staff in the Hub. The Service Administrator will also have responsibility for the day to day administration support for Jigsaw to ensure efficient project delivery. The Service Administrator will work closely with the Service Manager to provide the necessary administration support to ensure the successful day to day running of Jigsaw and will work as a member of the Jigsaw team. Please note: This is a full-time, permanent position, based in our Jigsaw Tipperary service. Primary Responsibilities General Duties Providing a first point of contact for young people entering the service and general reception duties. Providing day to day administration support to the Jigsaw team and assist the Service Manager in the general operation of Jigsaw. Answering the phone and dealing with queries from the public. Provision of information to young people when requested and ensuring confidentiality at all times. Promoting the vision, values and mission of Jigsaw. Organising travel arrangements, including transport and accommodation bookings and processing expense claims in line with policies. Organising meetings and events relating to training, health promotion and networking and keeping records/taking minutes as appropriate. Coordinating and consolidating Jigsaw related material and ensuring appropriate filing system (both paper and electronic) for the Jigsaw project. Opening, recording and processing post in line with Jigsaw policy Keeping accurate records in relation to all aspects of work and prepare reports and presentations as required. Participating as a member of the Jigsaw team in meetings and other forums. Opening and closing of the Jigsaw Hub. Regularly and thoroughly maintaining office equipment and coordinating purchasing and delivery of office stationery. Assisting with promotional and fundraising initiatives. Supporting with administration for groups/fora such as the Youth Advisory Panel and Jigsaw Advisory Group. Working in accordance with the policies and procedures of Jigsaw. Carrying out such other duties as may reasonably be requested by Jigsaw Financial administration Supporting the team to instigate purchases in line with purchasing procedures. Liaising with the Finance Team in Jigsaw regarding purchase orders and invoice approvals and payments. Ensuring invoices, back-up documentation and expense claims are submitted on time. Managing petty cash and any cash income, in line with petty cash and cash handling procedures. Developing Jigsaw’s online presence with a particular focus on: Updating Jigsaw’s social media channels, ideally on a daily basis. Increasing the numbers of followers to the Jigsaw website and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) Setting, working towards, and reporting on social media objectives and targets. Working alongside Jigsaw staff members in particular the Service Manager, Youth and Community Engagement Workers, YAP and Jigsaw Clinicians to ensure relevant youth friendly content is being shared across all Jigsaw platforms. Essential Criteria KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED A minimum of three years office administration experience in a front of house position. OR A relevant third level degree and a minimum of two years post-qualification experience. Communication Skills Strong communication skills (both verbal and written). Experience of dealing with people on the telephone and an ability to empathise particularly with young people. Ability to participate actively as part of a team in producing good quality work and to seek help from and provide help to others. Being confident in sharing clear, accurate information in a helpful manner. Good interpersonal skills. Awareness of the absolute importance of confidentiality in a project of this nature. Administration Skills Good organisational and administration skills with careful attention to detail. You will have a proficient level of computer literacy and are competent in MS office, Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Zoom and SharePoint. Some experience of marketing and social media, either through education, work or volunteering. Capacity to complete work in a timely and accurate manner. Ability to pay attention to detail and to take responsibility for ensuring that work is completed to a high standard. Desirable Criteria Experience working in human services/charity sector A relevant degree or other administrative qualification (FETAC level 5 or above) A knowledge and understanding of the Jigsaw model of service to young people. A passion for improving youth mental health systems and services and a strong desire to change how communities, service providers and young people work together to promote positive youth mental health. Flexibility and willingness to learn new ways of working. Ability to manage and prioritise own workload and work with initiative and creativity. Capacity to work both on their own and as part of a team. Reliability and good time keepings. Benefits Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job. The salary range for this role will be €29,010- €44,697 Jigsaw Operates The Following Benefits For Its Employees Defined Pension Contribution Scheme: Up to 10% employer and 5% employee contribution 10% Discount on Laya Healthcare Annual leave 25 days, exclusive of public holidays and 1.5 company days Comprehensive annual CPD schedule Flexible working options Financial support for further education Please note The closing date for this position is 12pm, Friday 17th April. In Person interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 30th April. Please complete all fields of the application form. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. This role will, in line with service opening times, will involve at least one late evening per week and may from time to time require weekend work. All Jigsaw staff members are required to obtain Garda clearance as a condition of their initial and continued employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture. Jigsaw is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To discuss the requirements of the role, the location of the role or any reasonable accommodation you might require, please contact a member of the HR team via recruitment@jigsaw.ie All documentation received by Jigsaw will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts, 1988 and 2003 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; 2018). The information will only be used by Jigsaw in the processing of job applications and for ongoing administrative purposes with job candidates #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Summary Senior Jigsaw Clinicians offer short-term therapeutic supports to young people aged 12-25 years who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. This usually involves 1:1 work with the young person and sometimes it can include other family members as well. Our senior clinicians come from diverse professional backgrounds encompassing qualifications in social work, occupational therapy, mental health nursing, clinical/counselling/educational psychology, and psychotherapy, and they work as part of transdisciplinary teams based at one of our 15 services across the country. All of our clinicians share the same scope of practice to support the goals of our young people in a collaborative, respectful, and evidence-informed manner while drawing on their own unique training, experience, and skills. As senior members of the clinical team, Senior Jigsaw Clinicians assume leadership responsibilities, as appropriate, and work closely with the Clinical Manager in ensuring safe, effective, high quality service provision. Additionally, senior clinicians are involved in health promotion, youth engagement, service development, and advocacy. All of our senior clinicians benefit from frequent and supportive clinical supervision alongside a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development. Position Summary Senior Jigsaw Clinicians offer short-term therapeutic supports to young people aged 12-25 years who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. This usually involves 1:1 work with the young person and sometimes it can include other family members as well. Our senior clinicians come from diverse professional backgrounds encompassing qualifications in social work, occupational therapy, mental health nursing, clinical/counselling/educational psychology, and psychotherapy, and they work as part of transdisciplinary teams based at one of our 15 services across the country. All of our clinicians share the same scope of practice to support the goals of our young people in a collaborative, respectful, and evidence-informed manner while drawing on their own unique training, experience, and skills. As senior members of the clinical team, Senior Jigsaw Clinicians assume leadership responsibilities, as appropriate, and work closely with the Clinical Manager in ensuring safe, effective, high quality service provision. Additionally, senior clinicians are involved in health promotion, youth engagement, service development, and advocacy. All of our senior clinicians benefit from frequent and supportive clinical supervision alongside a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development. This is a full time, 12-month Specific Purpose position, based in our Cork Service. Primary Responsibilities To undertake initial mental health assessments with young people focusing on both strengths and difficulties. To provide evidence informed brief, therapeutic interventions to young people. To conduct risk assessments and implement risk management plans as appropriate. To deputise for the Clinical Manager in their absence and/or as required. To provide clinical consultation/guidance and, where required, clinical supervision to Jigsaw Clinicians. To assume leadership responsibilities, as required, e.g. chair case management meetings, facilitate group supervision, review and coordinate referrals, provide support and guidance to clinicians etc. To actively participate in clinical supervision and line management meetings. To work in accordance with Jigsaw Policies, Procedures and Guidelines. To participate in case management meetings, team meetings and other meetings as deemed necessary. To liaise and consult with other professionals in supporting the mental health of young people attending Jigsaw. To fulfil obligations as per the Children First Act 2015 and comply with the Jigsaw Child Protection and Welfare policy. To maintain accurate, confidential records of practice using the Jigsaw Data System and to cooperate with reporting requirements as per the Jigsaw Record Keeping Policy. To comply with responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 & 2018 (GDPR). To share information with the Jigsaw Clinical Manager, Service Manager, Jigsaw team and other stakeholders, as appropriate, in accordance with good practice. To contribute to research, audit and evaluation of the service as required. To maintain professional and personal boundaries. To engage in outreach work as required. To demonstrate an open and flexible attitude to work at all times. Additional responsibilities, reflective of the senior nature of this post, may be agreed by the Clinical Manager and Service Manager. Knowledge, Skills And Experience Required Essential Criteria: Qualifications & Registration/Accreditation – It is essential that you meet one of the below: Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology. Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application. Mental Health Nurse registered with An Bord Altranais. Social Worker registered with CORU. Occupational Therapist registered with CORU. Psychotherapist fully accredited by the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) or the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) Essential Criteria: Experience A minimum of three years’ full time, or equivalent, post qualification/accreditation experience* working in health and social care, therapeutic or related organisational settings to support people with their mental health needs. *For Psychologists, a minimum of one year of this experience must be spent in post qualification experience as professional psychologist. Experience of applying core therapeutic mental health skills; assessment (including risk assessment), formulation, providing evidence informed therapeutic interventions and evaluation. Desirable Criteria Experience working therapeutically with young people aged 12-25 years. Experience of /training in delivering evidence informed mental health interventions, e.g. brief solution focused therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy etc. Experience of providing clinical supervision / support to professionals/ students. Experience of working in a leadership role or assuming leadership for specific projects /responsibilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to reflect on practice in order to facilitate personal learning, professional development and service improvement. Effective presentation and facilitation skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Strong time management skills. An ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise competing demands. Capacity to work co-operatively as part of a team. Competent in MS office, Office 365, Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Benefits Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job. The salary range for this role will be €51,616- €72,852. Jigsaw Operates The Following Benefits For Its Employee’s Defined Pension Contribution Scheme: Up to 10% employer and 5% employee contribution 10% Discount on Laya Healthcare Annual leave 25 days, exclusive of public holidays and 1.5 company days Comprehensive annual CPD schedule Flexible working options Financial support for further education Please note The closing date for this position is 12pm, Friday 10th April. In-person interviews scheduled to take place on Wednesday 22nd April. Please complete all fields of the application form. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. For applicants who gained their qualification/s outside of the Republic of Ireland, evidence must be provided at the time of application that their qualification/s have been validated by the Irish Department of Health. This role will, in line with service opening times, will involve at least one late evening per week and may from time to time require weekend work. All Jigsaw staff members are required to obtain Garda clearance as a condition of their initial and continued employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture. Jigsaw is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To discuss the requirements of the role, the location of the role or any reasonable accommodation you might require, please contact a member of the HR team via recruitment@jigsaw.ie All documentation received by Jigsaw will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts, 1988 and 2003 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; 2018). The information will only be used by Jigsaw in the processing of job applications and for ongoing administrative purposes with job candidates #J-18808-Ljbffr
A youth-focused mental health service is seeking a clinician to provide short-term therapeutic support to young people aged 12-25 experiencing mental health challenges. The role involves conducting assessments, providing evidence-informed interventions, and participating in clinical supervision. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in psychology, nursing, social work, or occupational therapy. Benefits include a salary range of €39,755-€61,458, flexible working, and professional development opportunities. Closing date for applications is April 7th. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A youth mental health organization in Dublin seeks a clinician to provide therapeutic support to young people aged 12-25. The role involves conducting assessments, delivering evidence-informed interventions, and managing risk effectively. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience in mental health, particularly with youth. This full-time position offers a salary range of €39,755 - €61,458 and various benefits including a pension scheme and flexible working options. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Jigsaw clinicians offer short-term therapeutic supports to young people aged 12-25 years who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. This usually involves 1:1 work with the young person and sometimes it can include other family members as well. Our clinicians come from diverse professional backgrounds encompassing qualifications in social work, occupational therapy, mental health nursing, clinical/counselling/educational psychology, and psychotherapy, and they work as part of transdisciplinary teams based at one of our 15 services across the country. All of our clinicians share the same scope of practice to support the goals of our young people in a collaborative, respectful, and evidence-informed manner while drawing on their own unique training, experience, and skills. Additionally, clinicians are involved in health promotion, youth engagement, service development, and advocacy. Our clinicians benefit from frequent and supportive clinical supervision alongside a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development. Please note: This is a full-time, permanent position based in our Dublin City service. This is a front facing role with daily interactions with Young People and members of the public. Access to home working is occasional and is offered based on responsibilities of the role and the needs of the Service and Young People. Primary Responsibilities To undertake initial mental health assessments with young people focusing on both strengths and difficulties. To provide evidence informed brief, therapeutic interventions to young people. To conduct risk assessments and implement risk management plans as appropriate. To participate in clinical supervision and line management for support and guidance. To work in accordance with Jigsaw Policies, Procedures and Guidelines. To participate in case management meetings, team meetings and other meetings as deemed necessary. To liaise and consult with other professionals in supporting the mental health of young people attending Jigsaw. To fulfill obligations as per the Children First Act 2015 and comply with the Jigsaw Child Protection and Welfare policy. To maintain accurate, confidential records of practice using the Jigsaw Data System and to cooperate with reporting requirements as per the Jigsaw Record Keeping Policy. To comply with responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 & 2018 (GDPR). To share information with the Jigsaw Clinical Manager, Service Manager, Jigsaw team and other stakeholders, as appropriate in accordance with good practice. To contribute to research, audit and evaluation of the service as required. To maintain professional and personal boundaries. To engage in outreach work as required. To demonstrate an open and flexible attitude to work at all times. To be flexible regarding working hours in line with the needs of the service, i.e. evenings. Knowledge, Skills And Experience Required Essential Criteria Qualifications & Registration/Accreditation – It is essential that you meet one of the below: Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI. Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application. Mental Health Nurse registered with An Bord Altranais. Social Worker registered with CORU. Occupational Therapist registered with CORU. Psychotherapist accredited by the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) or the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). Desirable Criteria Experience working in health and social care, therapeutic or related organisational settings supporting people with their mental health needs. Experience working therapeutically with young people aged 12-25 years. Experience of applying core clinical/therapeutic skills; assessment, formulation, risk management, intervention and evaluation in mental health role/setting. Experience of /training in delivering evidence informed mental health interventions, e.g. brief solution focused therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy etc. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Strong time management skills and an ability to manage a busy workload. Capacity to work co-operatively as part of a team. Competent in MS office, Office 365, Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Benefits Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job. The salary range for this role will be €39755- €61,458. Jigsaw Operates The Following Benefits For Its Employee’s Defined Pension Contribution Scheme: Up to 10% employer and 5% employee contribution 10% Discount on Laya Healthcare Annual leave 25 days, exclusive of public holidays and 1.5 company days Comprehensive annual CPD schedule Flexible working options Financial support for further education Please note The closing date for this position is 5pm, Wednesday 1st April. Please complete all fields of the application form. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. For applicants who gained their qualification/s outside of the Republic of Ireland, evidence must be provided at the time of application that their qualification/s have been validated by the Irish Department of Health. This role will, in line with service opening times, will involve at least one late evening per week and may from time to time require weekend work. All Jigsaw staff members are required to obtain Garda clearance as a condition of their initial and continued employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture. Jigsaw is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To discuss the requirements of the role, the location of the role or any reasonable accommodation you might require, please contact a member of the HR team via recruitment@jigsaw.ie All documentation received by Jigsaw will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts, 1988 and 2003 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; 2018). The information will only be used by Jigsaw in the processing of job applications and for ongoing administrative purposes with job candidates #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Summary Jigsaw clinicians offer short‑term therapeutic supports to young people aged 12‑25 years who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. This usually involves 1:1 work with the young person and sometimes it can include other family members as well. Our clinicians come from diverse professional backgrounds encompassing qualifications in social work, occupational therapy, mental health nursing, clinical/counselling/educational psychology, and psychotherapy, and they work as part of transdisciplinary teams based at one of our 15 services across the country. All of our clinicians share the same scope of practice to support the goals of our young people in a collaborative, respectful, and evidence‑informed manner while drawing on their own unique training, experience, and skills. Additionally, clinicians are involved in health promotion, youth engagement, service development, and advocacy. Our clinicians benefit from frequent and supportive clinical supervision alongside a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development. About the Role This is a full‑time, fixed‑term position, with a contract end date of July 2027, based in our Wiclow service. It is a front‑facing role with daily interactions with young people and members of the public. Access to home working is occasional and offered based on responsibilities of the role and the needs of the Service and young people. Primary Responsibilities To undertake initial mental health assessments with young people focusing on strengths and difficulties. To provide evidence‑informed brief therapeutic interventions to young people. To conduct risk assessments and implement risk management plans as appropriate. To participate in clinical supervision and line management for support and guidance. To work in accordance with Jigsaw Policies, Procedures and Guidelines. To participate in case management meetings, team meetings and other meetings as deemed necessary. To liaise and consult with other professionals in supporting the mental health of young people attending Jigsaw. To fulfill obligations as per the Children First Act 2015 and comply with the Jigsaw Child Protection and Welfare policy. To maintain accurate, confidential records of practice using the Jigsaw Data System and to cooperate with reporting requirements as per the Jigsaw Record‑Keeping Policy. To comply with responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 & 2018 (GDPR). To share information with the Jigsaw Clinical Manager, Service Manager, Jigsaw team and other stakeholders, as appropriate in accordance with good practice. To contribute to research, audit and evaluation of the service as required. To maintain professional and personal boundaries. To engage in outreach work as required. To demonstrate an open and flexible attitude to work at all times. To be flexible regarding working hours in line with the needs of the service, i.e. evenings. Knowledge, Skills And Experience Required Essential Criteria Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI. Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application. Mental Health Nurse registered with An Bord Altranais. Social Worker registered with CORU. Occupational Therapist registered with CORU. Psychotherapist accredited by the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) or the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). Desirable Criteria Experience working in health and social care, therapeutic or related organisational settings supporting people with their mental health needs. Experience working therapeutically with young people aged 12‑25 years. Experience of applying core clinical/therapeutic skills; assessment, formulation, risk management, intervention and evaluation in mental health role/setting. Experience of training in delivering evidence‑informed mental health interventions, e.g. brief solution‑focused therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy etc. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Strong time management skills and an ability to manage a busy workload. Capacity to work co‑operatively as part of a team. Competent in MS office, Office 365, Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Benefits Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job. The salary range for this role will be €39,755 – €61,458. Defined Pension Contribution Scheme: Up to 10% employer and 5% employee contribution 10% Discount on Laya Healthcare Annual leave 25 days, exclusive of public holidays and 1.5 company days Comprehensive annual CPD schedule Flexible working options Financial support for further education Additional Information The closing date for this position is 12pm on Tuesday 7th April. Online interviews are scheduled to take place on Wednesday 15th April. Please complete all fields of the application form. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. For applicants who gained their qualification(s) outside of the Republic of Ireland, evidence must be provided at the time of application that their qualification(s) have been validated by the Irish Department of Health. This role will, in line with service opening times, involve at least one late evening per week and may from time to time require weekend work. All Jigsaw staff members are required to obtain Garda clearance as a condition of their initial and continued employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture. Jigsaw is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To discuss the requirements of the role, the location of the role or any reasonable accommodation you might require, please contact a member of the HR team via recruitment@jigsaw.ie All documentation received by Jigsaw will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts, 1988 and 2003 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; 2018). The information will only be used by Jigsaw in the processing of job applications and for ongoing administrative purposes with job candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Are you a passionate leader ready to make a difference in youth mental health? Jigsaw is seeking a dynamic Service Manager to join our leadership team, ensuring the safe, effective, and impactful delivery of our youth mental health services and programmes. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mental health services for young people in our community. What You’ll Do Drive our Strategic Vision: Collaboratively plan and implement strategies for clinical service delivery, youth mental health promotion, and youth participation, ensuring alignment with local and national priorities. Shared Leadership: Lead the team jointly with the Clinical Manager, contributing to decision-making and creating a cohesive, compassionate culture within the service. Operational Excellence: Manage day-to-day operations, including local budget management, overseeing efficient processing of referrals and scheduling of appointments for young people, data analysis, and performance evaluation, while ensuring adherence to risk management and compliance policies. Joint Stakeholder Engagement: Build and sustain relationships with external stakeholders, ensuring the promotion of the service and youth mental health, seamless referral pathways and strong service integration. Youth‑Focused Initiatives: Oversee participatory structures like the Youth Advocate Programme and with the youth and community engagement worker, manage a community programme to promote mental health awareness and engagement. What We’re Looking For A leader with 3+ years of management experience in health, social care, education, or the non‑profit sector. A third level qualification (bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent) in a business, health (including mental health), community development, education, or social science related area. Years of management experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications. Three years’ experience managing a team in a human service delivery context. Proven expertise in developing small local budgets, implementing financial procedures and operational plans. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and a collaborative approach. A clean driving license and flexibility for occasional evening/weekend work. What We Offer Competitive salary: €53,722- €78,220, based on experience. 25 days’ annual leave, plus public holidays and 1.5 company days. Defined Pension Contribution Scheme: Up to 10% employer and 5% employee contribution 10% Discounted Health Insurance. Financial support for professional development. Comprehensive annual CPD schedule Flexible working arrangements, travel pass, and bike‑to‑work schemes. A role where your work directly impacts the mental health of young people. Our Commitment To Collaboration At Jigsaw, we value teamwork and believe in the power of collaborative leadership . As Service Manager, you will work closely with the Clinical Manager to ensure a balanced approach to service delivery that meets the needs of both staff and the young people we serve. Together, you will foster a culture of mutual support, shared decision‑making, and continuous improvement, setting the standard for operational and clinical excellence. Ready to Join Us? If you’re passionate about youth mental health and have the skills and experience to lead our service, we’d love to hear from you! Please see attached the full job description and email recruitment@jigsaw.ie for further enquiries. The closing date for this position is Wednesday 8th April with first round interviews scheduled to take place in person on Friday 17th April . #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Jigsaw Clinicians offer short-term therapeutic supports to young people aged 12-25 years who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. This usually involves 1:1 work with the young person and sometimes it can include other family members as well. Our senior clinicians come from diverse professional backgrounds encompassing qualifications in social work, occupational therapy, mental health nursing, clinical/counselling/educational psychology, and psychotherapy, and they work as part of transdisciplinary teams based at one of our 15 services across the country. All of our clinicians share the same scope of practice to support the goals of our young people in a collaborative, respectful, and evidence-informed manner while drawing on their own unique training, experience, and skills. As senior members of the clinical team, Senior Jigsaw Clinicians assume leadership responsibilities, as appropriate, and work closely with the Clinical Manager in ensuring safe, effective, high quality service provision. Additionally, senior clinicians are involved in health promotion, youth engagement, service development, and advocacy. All of our senior clinicians benefit from frequent and supportive clinical supervision alongside a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development. This is a full time, 12-month Specific Purpose position, based in our Cork Service. Primary Responsibilities To undertake initial mental health assessments with young people focusing on both strengths and difficulties. To provide evidence informed brief, therapeutic interventions to young people. To conduct risk assessments and implement risk management plans as appropriate. To deputise for the Clinical Manager in their absence and/or as required. To provide clinical consultation/guidance and, where required, clinical supervision to Jigsaw Clinicians. To assume leadership responsibilities, as required, e.g. chair case management meetings, facilitate group supervision, review and coordinate referrals, provide support and guidance to clinicians etc. To actively participate in clinical supervision and line management meetings. To work in accordance with Jigsaw Policies, Procedures and Guidelines. To participate in case management meetings, team meetings and other meetings as deemed necessary. To liaise and consult with other professionals in supporting the mental health of young people attending Jigsaw. To fulfil obligations as per the Children First Act 2015 and comply with the Jigsaw Child Protection and Welfare policy. To maintain accurate, confidential records of practice using the Jigsaw Data System and to cooperate with reporting requirements as per the Jigsaw Record Keeping Policy. To comply with responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 & 2018 (GDPR). To share information with the Jigsaw Clinical Manager, Service Manager, Jigsaw team and other stakeholders, as appropriate, in accordance with good practice. To contribute to research, audit and evaluation of the service as required. To maintain professional and personal boundaries. To engage in outreach work as required. To demonstrate an open and flexible attitude to work at all times. Additional responsibilities, reflective of the senior nature of this post, may be agreed by the Clinical Manager and Service Manager. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required Essential Criteria: Qualifications & Registration/Accreditation – It is essential that you meet one of the below: Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology. Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application. Mental Health Nurse registered with An Bord Altranais. Social Worker registered with CORU. Occupational Therapist registered with CORU. Psychotherapist fully accredited by the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) or the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). Essential Criteria: Experience A minimum of three years’ full time, or equivalent, post qualification/accreditation experience working in health and social care, therapeutic or related organisational settings to support people with their mental health needs. *For Psychologists, a minimum of one year of this experience must be spent in post qualification experience as professional psychologist. Experience of applying core therapeutic mental health skills; assessment (including risk assessment), formulation, providing evidence informed therapeutic interventions and evaluation. Desirable Criteria Experience working therapeutically with young people aged 12-25 years. Experience or training in delivering evidence informed mental health interventions, e.g. brief solution focused therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy etc. Experience of providing clinical supervision / support to professionals/ students. Experience of working in a leadership role or assuming leadership for specific projects /responsibilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to reflect on practice in order to facilitate personal learning, professional development and service improvement. Effective presentation and facilitation skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Strong time management skills. An ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise competing demands. Capacity to work co-operatively as part of a team. Competent in MS office, Office 365, Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Benefits Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job. The salary range for this role will be €51,616- €72,852. Jigsaw Operates The Following Benefits For Its Employee’s Defined Pension Contribution Scheme: Up to 10% employer and 5% employee contribution 10% Discount on Laya Healthcare Annual leave 25 days, exclusive of public holidays and 1.5 company days Comprehensive annual CPD schedule Flexible working options Financial support for further education Please note The closing date for this position is 12pm, Friday 10th April. In-person interviews scheduled to take place on Wednesday 22nd April. Please complete all fields of the application form. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. For applicants who gained their qualification/s outside of the Republic of Ireland, evidence must be provided at the time of application that their qualification/s have been validated by the Irish Department of Health. This role will, in line with service opening times, will involve at least one late evening per week and may from time to time require weekend work. All Jigsaw staff members are required to obtain Garda clearance as a condition of their initial and continued employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture. Jigsaw is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To discuss the requirements of the role, the location of the role or any reasonable accommodation you might require, please contact a member of the HR team via recruitment@jigsaw.ie. All documentation received by Jigsaw will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts, 1988 and 2003 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; 2018). The information will only be used by Jigsaw in the processing of job applications and for ongoing administrative purposes with job candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Summary Senior Jigsaw Clinicians offer short-term therapeutic supports to young people aged 12-25 years who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. This usually involves 1:1 work with the young person and sometimes it can include other family members as well. Our senior clinicians come from diverse professional backgrounds encompassing qualifications in social work, occupational therapy, mental health nursing, clinical/counselling/educational psychology, and psychotherapy, and they work as part of transdisciplinary teams based at one of our 15 services across the country. All of our clinicians share the same scope of practice to support the goals of our young people in a collaborative, respectful, and evidence-informed manner while drawing on their own unique training, experience, and skills. As senior members of the clinical team, Senior Jigsaw Clinicians assume leadership responsibilities, as appropriate, and work closely with the Clinical Manager in ensuring safe, effective, high quality service provision. Additionally, senior clinicians are involved in health promotion, youth engagement, service development, and advocacy. All of our senior clinicians benefit from frequent and supportive clinical supervision alongside a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development. This is a full time, specific purpose (12-month) position, based in our Wicklow Service. Primary Responsibilities To undertake initial mental health assessments with young people focusing on both strengths and difficulties. To provide evidence informed brief, therapeutic interventions to young people. To conduct risk assessments and implement risk management plans as appropriate. To deputise for the Clinical Manager in their absence and/or as required. To provide clinical consultation/guidance and, where required, clinical supervision to Jigsaw Clinicians. To assume leadership responsibilities, as required, e.g. chair case management meetings, facilitate group supervision, review and coordinate referrals, provide support and guidance to clinicians etc. To actively participate in clinical supervision and line management meetings. To work in accordance with Jigsaw Policies, Procedures and Guidelines. To participate in case management meetings, team meetings and other meetings as deemed necessary. To liaise and consult with other professionals in supporting the mental health of young people attending Jigsaw. To fulfil obligations as per the Children First Act 2015 and comply with the Jigsaw Child Protection and Welfare policy. To maintain accurate, confidential records of practice using the Jigsaw Data System and to cooperate with reporting requirements as per the Jigsaw Record Keeping Policy. To comply with responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 1988, 2003 & 2018 (GDPR). To share information with the Jigsaw Clinical Manager, Service Manager, Jigsaw team and other stakeholders, as appropriate, in accordance with good practice. To contribute to research, audit and evaluation of the service as required. To maintain professional and personal boundaries. To engage in outreach work as required. To demonstrate an open and flexible attitude to work at all times. Additional responsibilities, reflective of the senior nature of this post, may be agreed by the Clinical Manager and Service Manager. Knowledge, Skills And Experience Required Essential Criteria: Qualifications & Registration/Accreditation Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology. Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application. Mental Health Nurse registered with An Bord Altranais. Social Worker registered with CORU. Occupational Therapist registered with CORU. Psychotherapist fully accredited by the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) or the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) Essential Criteria: Experience A minimum of three years’ full time, or equivalent, post qualification/accreditation experience* working in health and social care, therapeutic or related organisational settings to support people with their mental health needs. *For Psychologists, a minimum of one year of this experience must be spent in post qualification experience as professional psychologist. Experience of applying core therapeutic mental health skills; assessment (including risk assessment), formulation, providing evidence informed therapeutic interventions and evaluation. Desirable Criteria Experience working therapeutically with young people aged 12-25 years. Experience of /training in delivering evidence informed mental health interventions, e.g. brief solution focused therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy etc. Experience of providing clinical supervision / support to professionals/ students. Experience of working in a leadership role or assuming leadership for specific projects /responsibilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to reflect on practice in order to facilitate personal learning, professional development and service improvement."li> Effective presentation and facilitation skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner. Strong time management skills. An ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise competing demands. Capacity to work co-operatively as part of a team. Competent in MS office, Office 365, Microsoft Teams and Zoom. Benefits Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job. The salary range for this role will be € 52,648 - €74,309. Jigsaw Operates The Following Benefits For Its Employees Defined Pension Contribution Scheme: Up to 10% employer and 5% employee contribution 10% Discount on Laya Healthcare Annual leave 25 days, exclusive of public holidays and 1.5 company days Comprehensive annual CPD schedule Flexible working options Financial support for further education Please note The closing date for this posiiton is 5pm on Friday 3rd April . Interviews scheduled to take place on online on Wednesday 11th March. Please complete all fields of the application form. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. For applicants who gained their qualification/s outside of the Republic of Ireland, evidence must be provided at the time of application that their qualification/s have been validated by the Irish Department of Health. This role will, in line with service opening times, will involve at least one late evening per week and may from time to time require weekend work. All Jigsaw staff members are required to obtain Garda clearance as a condition of their initial and continued employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, disability, age, gender expression or sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partnership status or culture. Jigsaw is committed, where possible, to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To discuss the requirements of the role, the location of the role or any reasonable accommodation you might require, please contact a member of the HR team via recruitment@jigsaw.ie All documentation received by Jigsaw will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts, 1988 and 2003 General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR; 2018). The information will only be used by Jigsaw in the processing of job applications and for ongoing administrative purposes with job candidates #J-18808-Ljbffr
