Senior Clinical Psychologist

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland; Sligo; On-site; EUR 95,000 - 112,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life cover

Health Care Staff Credit Union

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to Work Scheme

Job summary

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland is seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist to support individuals with acquired brain injury across Sligo, Leitrim, and West Cavan. You will conduct assessments, inform personalised rehabilitation plans, and collaborate with families and a multi-disciplinary team to drive recovery and meaningful outcomes.

The role is permanent, part-time (17.5 hours) with potential to increase hours in the Donegal service; salary ranges from €94,962 to €111,622 per year, pro-rated

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma in psychology with 1st or 2nd class honours and psychology as a major subject
• Irish post-graduate professional 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
• Demonstrate competence with care group (60 days or equivalent supervised clinical placements)
• Five years of satisfactory post-graduate experience in professional psychology (with specific time distribution)

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored psychological assessments, therapies, and interventions
• Collaborate with clients, families, and colleagues to shape service planning
• Share expertise through training and mentoring staff
• Support residential services by guiding staff in Positive Behaviour Support plans
• Work with interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, coordinated support
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to data collection for service development

Skills

Clinical psychology

Assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentoring staff

Documentation

Data collection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology (QQI Level 8 with honours)

Post-graduate psychology qualification (PSI) in Clinical/Counselling/Educational

Equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?

We’re looking for a compassionate and dedicated Senior Clinical Psychologist to join our dynamic team in our Sligo, Leitrim and West Cavan area , where person-centred care is at the heart of everything we do.

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 person’s 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 Donegal service.

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

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

What you’ll be doing:

• Deliver tailored psychological assessments, therapies, and interventions that support each client’s 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 Ireland’s 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 we’re looking for:

We’re 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 person’s 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 you’re someone who values connection, takes initiative, and finds purpose in empowering others—this role could be your next meaningful step.

You're welcome to get in touch with informal queries y emailing the Hiring Manager.

Sinead Crawley - National Service Manager - 0861072304

Please apply by 5pm on 13th November 2026.

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