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Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist
Location: Celbridge, Co. Kildare
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:

• Conduct psychological assessments and deliver therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing a range of complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health difficulties.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on the patient needs and best practices.

• Collaborate with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including social workers, Occupational therapists and other Healthcare professionals.
• Offer consultation, advice, and guidance to the patient, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Engage in case formulation, therapeutic planning, and goal setting.
• Participate in MDT team meetings, clinical supervision, and continuous professional development activities.
• Adhere to the ethical and professional standards set out by the Psychological Society of Ireland and other relevant professional bodies.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI.
• Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.
• Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
• Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models
• Clinical assessment skills working with children, adolescents, and adults in primary care or other related clinical setting.
• Experience working with Children, and adults with developmental and Psychological issues (eg autism, ADHD, Anxiety, depression).
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
• Full driver’s license and access to a car.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary corresponding with experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for Professional development and career progression.
• Access to regular supervision and a supportive Multidisciplinary team environment
• 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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