Staff Grade Clinical/ Counselling Psychologist (SGP11)
Applications are now invited for the following positions:
Staff Grade Clinical/ Counselling Psychologist (Full time & Part time Temporary contracts)
St Patrick's Mental Health Services seeks full and part time temporary Staff Grade Clinical/Counselling Psychologists to provide the highest standard of care to service users with mental health difficulties.
The SPMHS Psychology Department is a dynamic innovative department that delivers a wide variety of psychology-led group programmes as well as opportunities to work as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).
The candidate should have a track record of working with adults or adolescents with mental health difficulties.
There are positions available mainly in the adult service.
A strong background in psychological formulation skills, delivering evidence-based interventions and working cooperatively with others is essential.
Experience delivering group interventions is desired.
Please note these positions are onsite only.
The successful applicant must:
Have a recognised 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 a recognised professional post-graduate qualification in clinical or counselling psychology or an equivalent qualification validated by the Department of Health.
Candidates are required to submit a copy of their Department of Health Validation with their application where relevant.
Have experience working with adolescent and/or adult service users in an adult or adolescent mental health service.
Applicants are invited to submit a CV and cover letter demonstrating that they have the required qualifications.
Informal inquiries are strongly recommended please contact:
Dr. Clodagh Dowling, Director of Psychology
Tel: **********
Email: ******
(APPLICATIONS SHOULD NOT BE MADE TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS)
Please also see Clinical Psychology at St Patrick's Mental Health Services (stpatricks.ie) for more information on the SPMHS Psychology Department.
Applications in the form of covering letter and Curriculum Vitae (clearly stating the position being applied for) should be uploaded as one document by Tuesday, 11th November ****.
Panels may be formed from which future positions may be filled.
St Patrick's Mental Health Services is an equal opportunities employer.
Please note that while we seldom work with recruitment agencies, on the rare occasions we specify that we will accept CVs from recruitment agencies, it is only from those who engage in ethical practice.
We do not expect recruitment agencies to charge candidates for placements, and do not condone this behaviour as it is not accepted practice.
Job Description
About the organisation
St Patrick's Mental Health Services (SPMHS) is Ireland's largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service.
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality mental healthcare, to promoting mental health awareness, and to advocating for the rights of those experiencing mental health difficulties.
We employ over 700 staff across our services.
We hold our staff in high esteem and regard them as our most important asset, enabling us to fulfil our mission.
We strive to create and maintain a forward-looking environment where our staff can be innovative and experience satisfaction in their work.
We are committed to ensuring the ongoing development of our staff.
Staff Grade Clinical/Counselling Psychologists (Full time & Part time Temporary contracts)
Staff Grade Clinical/Counselling Psychologists will fill a number of vacancies.
The Staff Clinical/Counselling Psychologist will contribute to the assessment, intervention, and treatment of service users with mental health needs.
The Staff Grade Clinical/Counselling Psychologist will report to the Director of Psychology.
The benefits
A competitive salary range: €67,254 - €106,080
25 days annual leave
Pension scheme
Ongoing training
Paid study leave and funding for further education
Support for career advancement and professional development
Subsidised canteen and onsite gym
Central locations with onsite parking or Bike to Work and TaxSaver Commuter Ticket schemes.
Location
Positions are based on site at St Patrick's Hospital, James's Street, Dublin 8, incorporating St Patrick's Hospital Lucan and all SPMHS Dean Clinics.
Responsibilities
Being responsible to the Director of Psychology for service provision and compliance with all professional standards and guidelines
Ensuring provision of the highest standards of practice and care in the Psychology Department
Working as a member of multi-disciplinary team(s), attending meetings, liaising and co-ordinating with other professional staff
Delivering psychological group-based treatment programmes
Carrying out appropriate assessments and providing feedback to teams, patients and families where appropriate
Implementing treatment strategies, or otherwise contributing to the care of patients as required and documenting progress appropriately
Supervising Assistant Psychologists if required
Attending their own professional supervision regularly as required
Attending Psychology Department meetings
Participating in CPD and research, availing of opportunities to develop knowledge of and specialise in areas of interest
Carrying out all other duties relevant to the role as may be required from time to time
Responding to the needs of the Psychology Department which may mean working in different areas of the organisation such as Willow Grove Adolescent Unit, St Patrick's Hospital, Lucan and/or with specialised client groups such as older adults.
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties.
The person appointed may be required to perform other duties as appropriate which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the position.
The person appointed will be assigned specific targets in terms of tasks and revenue.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or experience
Have a recognised 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 a recognised professional post-graduate qualification in clinical or counselling psychology or an equivalent qualification validated by the Department of Health.
Candidates are required to submit a copy of their Department of Health Validation with their application where relevant.
Have experience working in an adult or adolescent mental health service.
Professional knowledge, competencies, and skills
Be empathic
Be organised
Possess strong administrative skills
Have excellent communication skills
Have a proven ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Be self-motivated and accustomed to assuming an appropriate level of responsibility
Have a proven ability to work as a supportive member of a team and able to contribute to the development of the department
Have excellent psychological formulation skills
Deliver high quality evidence-based interventions
Terms and Conditions
Tenure:
Full time and Part time, Temporary contracts.
Working Week:
The standard hours applying to these position is 35 hours per week.
Salary:
The salary for the position is based on the Staff Grade Clinical/Counselling Psychologist **** pay scale (€67,254 - €106,080) and is commensurate with experience.
Annual Leave:
The annual leave associated with the position 25 days.
Pension:
All pensionable staff become members of the pension scheme upon commencement of employment.
The scheme is a defined contribution scheme with a deduction from the salary of the employee of 4%.
In respect of an internal appointment being made the individual's existing pension arrangements will continue.
Probation:
The appointee will be appointed in a probationary capacity for the first six months during which time the job holder's performance will be subject to ongoing review.
Any extension to or suspension of the period of probation will be in line with the European Union (Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions) ****.
Health:
The appointee must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the position and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
Character:
The appointee must be of good character.
Retirement Age:
Normal retirement age for employees is 66 years which at present is also normal pension age.
Please note:
It is a condition of employment that the successful candidate must submit written confirmation of having successfully completed recognised training in the Mental Health Act by date of commencement.
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