Clinical Neuropsychologist

recruitNet; Dublin; On-site; EUR 6,000 - 9,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent hourly rates

Premium pay for Sunday shifts

Fortnightly pay

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd in Dublin is seeking a Clinical Neuropsychologist to lead our team and uphold the highest standards of care for residents. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop rehabilitation plans, and deliver targeted interventions across the network.

You will supervise staff, contribute to case conferences and discharge planning, and work closely with families and other professionals to optimise outcomes.

Qualifications

• Honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology.
• Postgraduate qualification in Psychology with eligibility for registration.
• Candidates outside ROI must have PSI validation before interview.
• Minimum of 3 years' postgraduate psychology experience.
• Experience with ABI assessment, rehabilitation and therapy.
• Strong knowledge of neuropsychological assessments and rehab planning.
• Experience delivering training/workshops to multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience supervising assistant psychologists or trainees.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, report writing and caseload management.
• Full, clean driving licence and access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychometric, neuropsychological, functional, and behavioural assessments to inform diagnosis, treatment planning, and rehabilitation outcomes.
• Develop case formulations and deliver evidence-based psychological interventions through individual and group therapy sessions.
• Design, implement, and monitor Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans across the MDT.
• Provide psychoeducation, emotional support, and rehabilitation guidance to residents and families.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop rehabilitation goals and discharge plans.
• Undertake capacity assessments and ensure compliance with safeguarding and governance standards.
• Deliver clinical supervision, education, and consultation to staff.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reports; contribute to audits and quality improvement.
• Build relationships with healthcare professionals and stakeholders for coordinated care.
• Promote continuing professional development and research within the service.

Skills

Neuropsychology

Clinical assessment

Rehabilitation

Education

Honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Postgraduate professional qualification in Psychology

Qualification validation by PSI (if outside ROI)

Job description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are currently looking for a Clinical Neuropsychologist to lead our team and ensure we are offering the best standard of care to our Residents in Dublin

Candidates who obtained their qualifications outside the Republic of Ireland must have their qualifications validated by the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI) before the interview stage

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychometric, neuropsychological, functional, and behavioural assessments to inform diagnosis, treatment planning, and rehabilitation outcomes.
  
• Develop case formulations and deliver evidence-based psychological interventions through individual and group therapy sessions.
  
• Design, implement, and monitor Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans, ensuring consistent application across the multidisciplinary team.
  
• Provide psychoeducation, emotional support, and rehabilitation guidance to residents and their families, promoting person-centred care.
  
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary team members to develop rehabilitation goals, participate in case conferences, contribute to discharge planning, and support community reintegration.
  
• Undertake capacity assessments, maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and professional guidelines, and ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and clinical governance standards.
  
• Deliver clinical supervision, education, training, and consultation to assistant psychologists and staff, supporting continuous professional development.
  
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, prepare comprehensive reports, contribute to audits, accreditation activities, and ongoing service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
  
• Build and maintain effective relationships with healthcare professionals, external agencies, and stakeholders to coordinate seamless resident care and support services.
  
• Promote excellence in psychological practice by participating in research, continuous professional development, policy implementation, and other duties that support the ongoing development of the service.
  

Requirements

• Honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology from a recognised institution.
  
• Recognised postgraduate professional qualification in Psychology with eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland or an equivalent recognised psychological regulatory body.
  
• Candidates who qualified outside the Republic of Ireland must have their qualifications validated by the PSI before the interview stage.
  
• Minimum of 3 years' postgraduate psychology experience, including relevant supervised professional training.
  
• Demonstrated experience in the psychological assessment, rehabilitation, and therapeutic management of individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI).
  
• Strong knowledge of neuropsychological assessments, evidence-based interventions, behavioural support, and rehabilitation planning.
  
• Experience delivering training, education, workshops, and presentations to multidisciplinary teams and healthcare professionals.
  
• Experience providing clinical supervision, mentoring, and support to Assistant Psychologists or trainee psychologists.
  
• Excellent clinical reasoning, case formulation, report writing, organisational, and caseload management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a dynamic clinical environment.
  
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills, with a compassionate, ethical, and person-centred approach to care.
  
• Commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.
  
• Full, clean driving licence and access to own transport (essential).
  

Excellent hourly rates

Premium pay for Sunday and short-notice shifts

Fortnightly pay – reliable and on time

Flexible shifts – choose when you work

No minimum hours required

Opportunity to pick up shifts that suit your schedule

Access to shifts across multiple locations

Priority access to available shifts within our network

Work within a supportive and welcoming team environment

Ideal for those balancing family, studies, or other commitments

A great alternative to agency work

Referral bonus for introducing colleagues

Opportunity to work across a network of well-established nursing homes