Staff Grade Psychologist – CDNT

Allied Health/Nursing; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Health/Nursing is seeking a Staff Grade Psychologist to deliver psychological assessments and interventions for children and young people with complex disabilities. You will contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and work closely with families and staff to support developmental needs.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, professional development, and safeguarding in a dynamic, child-centred service. Experience with pediatric populations is preferred.

Qualifications

• A university degree or diploma in Psychology with honours (QQI Level 8 or equivalent).
• An Irish post-graduate psychology qualification accredited by the PSI (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational).
• Experience with children and young people with disabilities or developmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments for children and young people with developmental, behavioral, emotional, or learning needs.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based interventions under guidance from senior psychologists.
• Provide consultation to families, carers, and staff regarding developmental needs.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and care planning with education, health, and social care professionals.
• Maintain accurate case notes, reports, and records per professional standards and policies.
• Participate in supervision and professional development to enhance clinical skills.
• Support service evaluation, quality improvement, and safeguarding and ethics.

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Psychology (QQI Level 8 or equivalent) with 1st or 2nd class honours

Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology)

Job description

Staff Grade Psychologist

My client provides specialist services for children and young people with disabilities, promoting independence, wellbeing, and personal development. They deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment, placing children and families at the heart of everything they do.

The Staff-Grade Psychologist will deliver psychological assessment, intervention, and support for children and young people with complex disabilities and developmental needs. The role will include contributing to multidisciplinary care planning, implementing evidence-based interventions, and supporting families and staff. This is an excellent role for a psychologist looking to build experience in a dynamic, child-focused service.

Responsibilities of Staff Grade Psychologist

• Conduct psychological assessments for children and young people with developmental, behavioral, emotional, or learning needs.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based interventions under guidance from senior psychologists, including behavioral support, emotional regulation strategies, and developmental support.
• Provide consultation and advice to families, carers, and staff regarding children’s psychological and developmental needs.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and care planning, collaborating with educational, health, and social care professionals.
• Maintain accurate case notes, reports, and records in line with professional standards and organizational policies.
• Participate in supervision and professional development to enhance clinical skills and service delivery.
• Support service evaluation, quality improvement, and adherence to safeguarding and ethical standards.

Requirements of Staff Grade Psychologist

• Have a university degree or diploma (QQ1 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.
• Have an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology
• Experience working with children and young people, ideally with disabilities, developmental, or behavioral needs.
• Experience delivering psychological assessment and interventions in clinical, educational, or community settings.
• Experience contributing to multidisciplinary team care planning.

Or

An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health.Application for this post must be inclusive of letter of validation.

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