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Counsel individuals, groups, or families to help them understand problems, define goals, and develop realistic action plans.
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Collect information about individuals or clients, using interviews, case histories, observational techniques, and other assessment methods.
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Develop therapeutic and treatment plans based on clients' interests, abilities, and needs.
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Consult with other professionals to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources, or techniques, and to share occupational information.
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Analyze data such as interview notes, test results, and reference manuals to identify symptoms and to diagnose the nature of clients' problems.
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Advise clients on how they could be helped by counseling.
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Evaluate the results of counseling methods to determine the reliability and validity of treatments.
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Provide consulting services to schools, social service agencies, and businesses.
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Refer clients to specialists or to other institutions for noncounseling treatment of problems.
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Select, administer, and interpret psychological tests to assess intelligence, aptitudes, abilities, or interests.
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Education Most occupations in this zone require job specific training (vocational training) related to the occupation (NFQ Levels 5 and 6 or higher), related on-the-job experience, or a relevant professional award.
Related Experience Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, electricians typically complete four years of training in order to perform the job.
Job Training Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognised apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples These occupations usually involve using communication and organisational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include restaurant managers, electricians, agricultural technicians, legal secretaries, hairdressers, and web developers.
Salary Information
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Job Title
Counsellor
Salary Range*
30 -
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Data Source(s):
FAS
Last Updated: March, 2011
* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.
