Senior Clinical Psychologist

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland; Donegal; Hybrid; EUR 95,000 - 112,000; Part time

Job summary

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland is seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist for the Donegal area. The role is hybrid, combining remote work with on-site client engagement to deliver assessments and personalized rehabilitation plans.

The post is permanent part-time at 17.5 hours weekly, with potential to increase hours at the Sligo service. The successful candidate will lead psychological assessments, provide clinical expertise to multi-disciplinary teams, mentor staff, and contribute to policy

Qualifications

• Must hold a QQI Level 8 psychology degree with honours.
• Post-graduate psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology.
• Equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health.

Responsibilities

• Deliver psychological assessments, therapies, and interventions tailored to each client.
• Collaborate with clients, families and colleagues to inform service planning and policy development.
• Contribute to staff development through mentoring and training.
• Support residential services by guiding staff in Positive Behaviour Support plans.
• Work with the interdisciplinary team to provide holistic, coordinated care and maintain accurate clinical records.
• Contribute to data collection for service development and quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Psychological assessment

Therapy delivery

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

QQI Level 8 psychology degree

Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification (PSI)

Equivalent qualification validated by Department of Health

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives?

Were looking for a compassionate and dedicated Senior Clinical Psychologist to join our dynamic team in our Donegal area , where person-centred care is at the heart of everything we do.

Based in Donegal, this position offers a Hybrid working model, balancing remote working with on-site visits to build meaningful relationships and provide direct support to the poeple we serve.

About the role:

As a Senior Clinical psychologist with Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, you will play a pivotal role in supporting individuals living with an acquired brain injury to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. You will be responsible for conducting psychological assessments for both current and prospective clients, helping to shape personalised rehabilitation programmes that reflect each persons unique strengths, needs, and aspirations. Working closely with clients, their families, and our interdisciplinary teams, you will offer compassionate guidance and clinical expertise that fosters recovery, resilience, and connection.

The contract on offer is a Permanent, Part-Time, 17.5 hours contract.

This is a permanent, part-time contract, with the flexibility to increase your working hours through opportunities available in our Sligo service.

The salary range for this role will be 94962 - 111622.

Salary will be pro-rated based on working full time hours.

What youll be doing:

• Deliver tailored psychological assessments, therapies, and interventions that support each clients unique journey
• Collaborate with clients, families, and colleagues to shape service planning and contribute to meaningful policy development
• Share your expertise through training and mentoring, helping staff grow in line with ABI Irelands mission and values
• Support residential services by guiding staff in implanting positive behaviour support plans and offering clinical inputs to enhance client wellbeing
• Work closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure clients receive holistic, coordinated support
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to data collection that informs service development and quality improvement

Please download the attached job description for a full view of roles and responsibilities of this role.

Who were looking for:

Were seeking a compassionate and forward-thinking individual who is passionate about empowering individuals with an acquired brain injury to live life on their own terms. You will bring warmth, empathy, and clinical expertise to every interaction. You will be confident in delivering psychological assessments, tailored to each persons needs. You will enjoy mentoring and supporting others, communicate clearly and respectfully, and share our belief that every person deserves dignity, autonomy, and a voice in their own care.

Must haves:

• Full driving licence
• Have a university degree or diploma (QQI level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject

And

• Have an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology

Or

• An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health

And

• Demonstrate competence in working in the care group applied for (either 60 days or equivalent supervised clinical placements as part of the professional qualification; or 60 days or equivalent post-qualification supervised work experience with the care group applied for)

And

• Applicants must have at least five years satisfactory post-graduate experience in the area of professional psychology, no more than three years of which was spent in gaining the postgraduate professional qualification and no less than two years fulltime spent in post qualification experience as a professional psychologist. Years in excess of permitted three years for completion of the post-graduate training or time not worked will not be taken into consideration when assessing the five years experience requirement

Great to have:

• Post qualification experience of working with adults with an acquired brain injury or other neurological conditions
• Experience in provisions of support using a Positive Behaviour Support approach
• Experience in formal neuropsychological assessments and interventions with people with neurological or other physical diagnosis
• Evidence of participation in continuous professional development
• Knowledge of the relevant disability-related legislation and standards or practice
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
• An ability to manage workload, perform under pressure and achieve deadlines

Why join us?

• Making a Real Impact -Be part of a mission-driven team passionately advocating for supporting people impacted by brain injury to rebuild their lives with dignity
• Grow with Us -Access tailored induction and specialist training, plus meaningful career development opportunities to help you reach your potential
• Feel Valued -Enjoy long service awards, premium pay (where applicable), paid maternity leave, and a supportive culture that celebrates your contribution
• Work-Life Balance -Flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives empower you to live fully- at work and beyond
• Financial Security & Perks -Competitive salary, defined contribution pension scheme (for eligible employees), free life cover, and access to the Health Care Staff Credit Union
• Support When You Need It -Benefit from the Employee Assistance Programme, revenue-approved mileage rates, and the Bike to Work Scheme

If youre someone who values connection, takes initiative, and finds purpose in empowering othersthis role could be your next meaningful step.

Sinead Crawley - National Service Manager - 0861072304

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