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Staff grade Psychologist

Negotiable Allied Health Professionals Leitrim

Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist – Children’s Disability Network Team
Location: Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim
Job Type: Full-Time Contract, 6 month contract to begin with
Salary: Based on Experience and HSE Pay Scales

Excel Healthcare is currently recruiting a Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist for a Children’s Disability Network Team based in Carrick-on-Shannon, serving children and families across Leitrim and surrounding areas.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a warm, well-established interdisciplinary team that puts children and families at the heart of everything they do. If you’re passionate about neurodiversity, early intervention, and holistic care, this is a role where your expertise will be truly valued.

As a Clinical Psychologist, you will:

  • Join a welcoming, child-centred team with a strong focus on family involvement.
  • Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team
  • Have regular supervision, CPD support, and peer learning.
  • Contribute to early intervention and life-changing outcomes for children aged 0-18 with a range of developmental needs.
  • Live and work in the beautiful, relaxed surroundings of Carrick-on-Shannon.
  • Carry out comprehensive psychological assessments and develop tailored intervention plans.
  • Deliver evidence-based therapies for children with neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and sensory or emotional needs.
  • Contribute to Individual Family Support Plans (IFSPs) and provide guidance to families.
  • Offer psychoeducation, counselling, and care planning to empower caregivers.
  • Take part in MDT case discussions, joint sessions, and service development initiatives.
  • Maintain high-quality documentation in line with professional standards.

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.
  • Experience working with children and young people with complex needs.
  • Strong skills in psychological assessment, intervention planning, and family support.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • A full driver’s license and access to a car is preferred, but not essential

What to expect:

  • 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

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 089-9455139

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