Senior Clinical Psychologist Opportunity
We are seeking a compassionate and forward-thinking Senior Clinical Psychologist to join our dynamic team in Donegal, where person-centred care is at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role
As a Senior Clinical Psychologist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting individuals living with an acquired brain injury to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping personalised rehabilitation programmes that reflect each person's unique strengths, needs, and aspirations.
1. You will conduct psychological assessments for both current and prospective clients, providing them with accurate diagnoses and recommendations for treatment.
2. Your goal will be to help clients achieve their full potential by delivering tailored psychological therapies and interventions.
You will work closely with clients, their families, and our interdisciplinary teams to offer compassionate guidance and clinical expertise that fosters recovery, resilience, and connection. The contract available is a Permanent, Part-Time, 17.5 hours.
The salary will be based on the HSE payscale, pro-rated based on hours worked.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality 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 our mission and values.
* Support residential services by guiding staff in implementing positive behaviour support plans and offering clinical input 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.
To excel in this role, you will need:
* 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.
* 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.
* Demonstrate competence in working in the care group applied for.
* At least five years satisfactory post-graduate experience in the area of professional psychology.
Beyond these requirements, it would be great if you had:
* 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.
We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including making a real impact, growing with us, feeling valued, work-life balance, financial security, and support when you need it.
We believe that every person deserves dignity, autonomy, and a voice in their care. We strive to create a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, promotes inclusion, and supports the well-being of all employees.