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