Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist
Location: Kildare town
Contract: Fulltime Monday-Friday
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: Aligned with HSE Pay Scales
Excel Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated, motivated and compassionate Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist on behalf of a Life Span Primary Care Team in Kildare.
The successful candidate: will provide high quality psychological services to individuals across the lifespan, from children, young people to adults, experiencing a range of complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health difficulties.
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients, offering you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, young people and adults.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Conduct psychological assessments and deliver therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing a range of complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health difficulties.
2. Develop and implement treatment plans based on the patient needs and best practices.
3. Collaborate with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including social workers, Occupational therapists and other Healthcare professionals.
4. Offer consultation, advice, and guidance to the patient, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
5. Engage in case formulation, therapeutic planning, and goal setting.
6. Participate in MDT team meetings, clinical supervision, and continuous professional development activities.
7. Adhere to the ethical and professional standards set out by the Psychological Society of Ireland and other relevant professional bodies.
Eligibility Criteria:
8. Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI.
9. Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.
10. Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
11. Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models
12. Clinical assessment skills working with children, adolescents, and adults in primary care or other related clinical setting.
13. Experience working with Children, and adults with developmental and Psychological issues (eg autism, ADHD, Anxiety, depression).
14. Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
15. Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
16. Full driver's license and access to a car.
Benefits:
17. Competitive salary corresponding with experience and qualifications.
18. Opportunities for Professional development and career progression.
19. Access to regular supervision and a supportive Multidisciplinary team environment
20. Flexible working options.
What you need to do now:
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 0899455139
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