Vacancies at SPIRASI

Paid Positions

Stress Management Therapist

SPIRASI is looking for a Stress Management Therapist who will, in conjunction with the rehabilitation team of SPIRASI, participate in and contribute to the provision of therapeutic care for Survivors of Torture in a holistic way that is culturally and linguistically appropriate.  He/she will be able to impart and provide coping techniques and skills to asylum seekers and refugees through both group and individual sessions.  These techniques and skills will be culturally appropriate and will have an evidence based positive outcome for our clients. The former post holder successfully used Capacitar techniques to assist our clients manage the difficulties that they faced with the asylum and direct provision system.  

Please send a CV and Cover letter via email to gstraton@spirasi.ie or to Greg Straton, SPIRASI, 213 North Circular Road, Phibsboro, Dublin 7
Enquiries: Greg Straton, phone 01-8389664, email: gstraton@spirasi.ie

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 13th February 2012

Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: €45 per hour

Interpreters

SPIRASI are continuously seeking new sessional interpreters to interpret for clients. (Click on link for more information.)

Voluntary Positions

Sessional Counsellors / Psychotherapists

Therapists are required for sessional work at SPIRASI. Applicants should be members of the Irish Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (IACP) or its equivalent and have at least three years professional experience. Support will be given in working cross-culturally and through interpreters. For more information contact Felicity Casserly on (01) 8389 664 or felicity@spirasi.ie.

Interpreters

SPIRASI are also seeking sessional interpreters who would like to work as volunteer translators. (Click on link for more information.)