Staff grade Psychologist (Adult mental health)

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, including clinical interviews, psychometric testing, and structured observations.
• Formulate psychological understanding of clients’ difficulties, drawing on a range of theoretical models.
• Provide individual and group-based therapeutic interventions (e.g. CBT, DBT-informed approaches, ACT, schema therapy, psychoeducation).
• Support clients in developing recovery-focused goals and treatment plans.
• Deliver family and carer support sessions, when appropriate.
• Contribute to MDT case discussions, care planning, and clinical decision-making.
• Provide consultation and psychological input to colleagues within the MDT.
• Engage in risk assessment and management, ensuring safe and appropriate clinical practice.
• Maintain high standards of clinical documentation in line with HSE and professional guidelines.
• Participate in service evaluation, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of mental health programmes and pathways within the service.
• Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and clinical supervision.

• A Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology.
• Eligibility for professional registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or relevant body.
• Demonstrated experience in psychological assessment and evidence-based therapeutic interventions with adults presenting with a broad range of mental health difficulties (e.g. mood disorders, psychosis, trauma, personality disorders, anxiety).
• Strong clinical formulation and therapeutic planning skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an MDT and autonomously where required.
• Commitment to service user-centred, recovery-oriented practice
• A full driver’s licence and access to transport, as travel may be required within the catchment area.

• Competitive HSE salary in line with Psychologists experience.
• 35 hour work week, Monday-Friday
• Structured clinical supervision and professional development
• Supportive Multidisciplinary team environment
• Flexible work arrangements where possible

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