Senior Grade Psychologists – Dublin & North Kildare

Full-Time (35 hrs) or Part-Time Options Available

Location: Dublin & North Kildare
Job Type: Permanent – Full-Time or Part-Time
Salary: €98,503.00 to €115,784.00 per annum

We are currently seeking three experienced Senior Grade Psychologists to join a well-established healthcare service supporting adults with intellectual disabilities across North Kildare and West Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary team in a compassionate, person-centred environment that values professional development and research.

Whats on Offer:

• Permanent positions with flexibility for full-time or part-time hours
• Competitive salary aligned with HSE Consolidated Pay Scales (€98,503 – €115,784)
• Excellent benefits including contributory pension, paid maternity/paternity leave, health insurance group scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and more
• Opportunities for clinical supervision, research, and ongoing professional development
• Free parking, Bike-to-Work scheme, and TaxSaver travel options

Role Overview:

As a Senior Grade Psychologist, you will provide psychological services to adults with intellectual disabilities, supporting service users, families, and frontline staff. You will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and contribute to a system that prioritizes compassion and person-centred care.

Key Requirements:

• Honours degree in Psychology (QQI Level 8 or equivalent)
• Postgraduate professional qualification in Clinical or Counselling Psychology accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (or validated equivalent from another jurisdiction)
• Minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience in professional psychology (including at least 2 years post-qualification)
• Demonstrated competence in working with intellectual disabilities (through supervised placements or post-qualification experience)
• Full clean driving license and access to own vehicle
• Eligibility to work in Ireland

Desirable Experience:

• Working with adults with intellectual disabilities and neurodivergence
• Supporting individuals with mental health challenges, dementia, and behaviours of concern
• Positive Behaviour Support assessment and intervention
• Psychometric assessments, including dementia
• Designing and monitoring therapeutic interventions
• Consulting with families and professionals
• Interest in research within intellectual disability

Benefits Include:

• Public sector pay scale and annual leave allocation
• Clinical supervision structure and opportunities to supervise trainees
• Paid parental and adoptive leave
• Health insurance group scheme
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Free library facilities
• Bike-to-Work and TaxSaver travel schemes
• Free parking