AHPs , Medical Professionals & Healthcare

Psychologist – Senior Grade

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Contract
Athy, County Kildare, Ireland
42082928

Desired Skills: Assessment Experience,Client Centred,Collaborative

About the Role

Senior Psychologist to join their Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT).

This role focuses on leading the delivery of Assessments of Need (AON) under the Disability Act 2005, supporting children aged 0–18 years with complex needs across the South Kildare and West Wicklow area. The successful candidate will work as part of an established, collaborative, and well-supported interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Psychologist will plan and coordinate assessment schedules, apply advanced clinical reasoning, and work closely with families, carers, and multidisciplinary colleagues throughout the assessment and feedback process. Responsibilities also include maintaining compliance with professional and legislative standards, contributing to service planning and development, documenting assessments in line with PSI standards, and engaging in regular supervision and professional development.

Requirements

Recognised Honours Degree in Psychology (QQI Level 8 or equivalent)
Postgraduate qualification in Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology, accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or validated by the Department of Health
Minimum 5 years’ post-graduate experience, including at least 2 years post-qualification
Demonstrated experience working with children with intellectual disabilities
Experience in multi-disciplinary assessments and diagnostic feedback
Familiarity with tools such as ADOS, ADI-R, Griffiths, or Stanford-Binet (advantageous)
Neuro-affirmative report writing approach
Full clean driving licence and access to own transport
Must be eligible to work in Ireland (no sponsorship available)