Occupational Therapist
Location:
Hybrid role: Central Hub, Carlow with travel to service houses required
Contract:
Permanent, Full-Time - 37.5 hrs
(Part time will be considered for an interested candidate)
Sector:
Children in Care, Paediatric Services
Salary:
HSE Salary Scales Apply
Cpl Healthcare are seeking a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team supporting children and young people aged 4–18 years across their nationwide residential services.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with complex needs within a trauma-informed, child-centred service.
About the Role
As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role in assessing and supporting young people living in residential homes.
Reporting to the Clinical Team, you will work across a diverse and complex caseload, provide clinical interventions, and collaborate with an established MDT.
We are open to applications from staff, and senior grade occupational therapists.
Key Responsibilities
Develop a strong understanding of each young person within the service and their individual needs.
Provide direct clinical interventions and evidence-based therapeutic supports.
Conduct assessments, clinical appointments, and ongoing case management.
Attend monthly MDT meetings across 9 residential houses (one meeting per house each month).
Collaborate closely with social care teams, management, and external stakeholders.
Contribute to trauma-informed, relationship-based practice within the service.
Candidate Requirements
Fully qualified Occupational Therapist, CORU registered.
Experience across Tusla services, CDNT, CAMHS and/ or Children in Care / Paediatrics
Knowledge or experience in the following areas is desirable:
Trauma-informed care
Sensory integration
Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Best practice within the Irish healthcare and social care systems
Full clean Irish driving licence & access to a car (travel required)
Ability to work independently with excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Working Hours & Flexibility
37.5 hours per week (9am–5pm, Monday–Friday)
Part-time or flexible arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.
Hybrid working options available
Benefits
5 weeks Annual Leave (pro-rata) + Bank Holidays
Personal Accident Cover
Income Protection
Maternity Payment Scheme
Hospital Saturday Fund
Compassionate Leave
Career Breaks
CPD Encouraged: Paid attendance at internal & mandatory training
Refer-a-Friend Scheme
Counselling Services and debriefing supports
Team Building & Golf Society
Employer of the Quarter recognition scheme
Why Join?
Our client is committed to providing a nurturing, trauma-informed environment for young people in care.
You'll join a supportive, collaborative MDT and play a vital role in shaping positive outcomes for children with complex needs.
Interested?
Email ****** to apply.
Be part of a team that puts young people first.
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