Senior Psychologist

recruitNet; Dublin; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive training and development

Support for continuing education

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment and seeks a Senior Psychologist to join a committed multidisciplinary team in Dublin, Ireland. The role requires postgraduate training in psychology, eight years’ experience, and the ability to supervise staff.

Responsibilities include leading neuropsychology assessments, CBT-based therapies, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Garda clearance and hospital/mental health setting experience are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 8 degree in Psychology with honours and PSY accreditation.
• Postgraduate qualification in Psychology relevant to adult mental health.
• At least eight years of professional psychology experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior psychology leadership within a multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver neuropsychology assessments and CBT-based interventions.
• Supervise colleagues and oversee clinical practices.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and statutory regulations.

Skills

People management

Clinical supervision

Leadership

CBT training

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Health & safety compliance

Neuropsychology knowledge

Adult mental health practice

Education

Level 8 Psychology degree

Postgraduate professional qualification in Psychology

Job description

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Psychologist to play an integral role in a committed multi-disciplinary team.

J ob Type: Full-time/Permanent

Location: On site /Dublin, Ireland

Hours of Work: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Responsibilities

Postgraduate training or clinical experience in neuropsychology, cognitive assessment, neurocognitive disorders or neurodegenerative conditions would be advantageous.

Previous experience working within a mental health rehabilitation setting or framework.

Formal training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), including CBT for psychosis.

Training or expertise in at least one additional therapeutic modality, such as family therapy, DBT, schema therapy, emotion-focused therapy, compassion-focused therapy or psychodynamic psychotherapy.

Training and practical experience in clinical supervision, with the ability to provide supervision to colleagues.

Good knowledge and practical understanding of health, safety and other statutory regulations applicable to healthcare organisations.

Demonstrable people management experience, with strong leadership, interpersonal and team management skills.

Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, colleagues, management and board members.

Be fully competent and capable of carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the Senior Psychologist role, with the ability to provide regular and efficient service.

Be eligible to obtain Garda clearance and demonstrate fitness to hold the position, with previous experience working specifically with schizophrenia considered advantageous.

Requirements

Hold a recognised Level 8 degree or diploma with first- or second-class honours, with Psychology as a major subject and honours obtained in Psychology, accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland.

Hold a recognised postgraduate professional qualification in Psychology appropriate to adult mental health practice, or an equivalent qualification validated by the Department of Health.

Have a minimum of eight years of relevant professional psychology experience.

Possess substantial post-qualification experience working within adult mental health services.

Demonstrate significant experience supporting adults with complex and enduring mental health difficulties.

Have previous professional psychology experience in a hospital, inpatient mental health, psychiatric rehabilitation or comparable healthcare setting.

Demonstrate experience working effectively as an active member of a multidisciplinary clinical team.

Possess strong clinical knowledge and professional expertise relevant to adult mental health practice.

Demonstrate a high standard of suitability, professional judgement and management ability required for a Senior Psychologist role.

Have the knowledge, skills and ability necessary for the effective and proper discharge of the duties and responsibilities of the position.

• Career development and progression opportunities
  
• Comprehensive training and professional development programmes
  
• Support for further education and continuous learning