Counsellor/Psychotherapist

Job Description

Job Description The Sexual Health Counsellor promotes and improves the sexual and mental health of patients by managing a therapeutic counselling caseload; providing support to other workers in the field; delivering other services as appropriate, such as group therapy, and health education. The counsellor works with Xylis’s communities of interest on a broad range of issues including but not limited to relationship and sexual health issues. Counsellor Responsibilities: Highly developed written and verbal communication skills liaising with agencies involved in client care A specific expertise and/or interest in sexual health, relationships and associated mental health issues in defined communities of interest Provision of both individual and group models of service delivery Draws from a number of therapeutic models of practice (CBT, ACT, psychodynamic, systemic and relational, couples and family and Trauma Informed Practice) Focus on the value of the therapeutic relationship in the process of change High level therapeutic counselling skills with individuals, couples and groups The ability to relate to people from a wide range of backgrounds The ability to work effectively as a member of a team and contribute to the development and achievement of team goals The ability to plan, implement and evaluate quality services The ability to problem solves and manage conflict constructively Knowledge & Skills  A non-judgemental approach to care.  Knowledge of social and emotional issues that impact on sexual health clients  Knowledge of evidence-based therapies  Knowledge of local resources and support options for sexual health counselling clients.  Knowledge of Sexual Health issues  Understanding Xylis’s service delivery, professional practice and communities of interest  Government policy and program context and a commitment to the Strategic Directions of Xylis Wellness  Knowledge of sexual health care  Know of the legislation related to sexual health and the role of the sexual health counsellor Education Qualification:  Bachelor’s degree or Master Degree in psychology, social work, or counselling.  A minimum of 3 years of experience as a professional counsellor.  Superb verbal and written communication skills.  Aptitude to empathize with clients and help them open up.  Good time management skills.  Proven experience in developing effective treatment plans. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability Ability to commute/relocate: Sola, Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Addiction counseling: 2 years (Preferred) Sexual Counselling: 1 year (Preferred) Location: Sola, Ahmedabad, Gujarat (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Work Location: In person