Senior Psychologist

Overview
Applications are invited for the position of Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist (full time and part time temporary contracts).
The role is based on site at St Patrick's Hospital, Dublin, with potential involvement in other SPMHS facilities as required.
St Patrick's Mental Health Services seeks a Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to provide high-quality care to service users with mental health difficulties.
The Psychology Department delivers a range of psychology-led group programmes and works as part of a multidisciplinary team.
The successful candidate will have experience working with adults or adolescents with mental health difficulties, a strong background in psychological formulation and evidence-based interventions, and a track record in leadership and collaborative service development.
Experience delivering groups is desirable.
Note:
These positions are onsite only.
Responsibilities
Report to the Director of Psychology and ensure provision of the highest standards of practice and care within the Psychology Department
Work as part of multidisciplinary teams, attend meetings, liaise with other professional staff
Deliver psychological group-based treatment programmes
Conduct appropriate assessments and provide feedback to teams and patients
Provide, implement, and document treatment strategies as part of patient care
Supervise Psychologists in Clinical Training, Assistant Psychologists, and Staff Grade Psychologists as required
Attend regular professional supervision and participate in CPD and research
Contribute to department development and activities across different areas of the organisation, including Willow Grove Adolescent Unit, St Patrick's Hospital, Lucan, and/or with specialised client groups such as older adults
Note:
The job description may not be exhaustive and duties may change.
The appointee may be assigned targets in terms of tasks and revenue.
Qualifications and Experience
Recognised university degree or diploma (QQI level 8 equivalent) with 1st or 2nd class honours in Psychology as a major subject; a recognised professional post-graduate qualification in clinical or counselling psychology or an equivalent qualification validated by the Department of Health
Experience working in an adult or adolescent mental health service
Minimum 5 years of clinical experience, including postgraduate training in Clinical/Counselling Psychology
Note:
If qualifications were obtained outside the Republic of Ireland, submit a copy of your Department of Health Validation with your application where relevant.
Professional Knowledge and Skills
Empathy, organizational skills, and strong administrative capabilities
Excellent communication and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Self-motivation and responsibility; ability to contribute to department development
Strong psychological formulation skills and delivery of high-quality, evidence-based interventions
Terms and Conditions
Tenure:
Full-time and part-time temporary contracts
Working Week:
35 hours per week
Salary:
Senior Grade Clinical/Counselling Psychologist pay scale 2025 (€98,484 – €115,761), commensurate with experience
Annual Leave:
27 days
Pension:
Pension scheme for eligible staff; statutory deductions apply
Probation:
Six-month probation with review; extensions in line with EU Working Conditions
Health and Character:
Must be fit for duty and of good character
Retirement:
Normal retirement age is 66
Requirement:
Written confirmation of completed recognised training in the Mental Health Act by commencement
Location
St Patrick's Hospital, James's Street, Dublin 8, incorporating St Patrick's Hospital Lucan and all SPMHS Dean Clinics.
Application Process
Applications should be uploaded as one document (CV and cover letter clearly stating the position) by Sunday, 28 September 2025.
Informal inquiries are strongly recommended and may be directed to Dr. Clodagh Dowling, Director of Psychology at Tel: or Email: Do not send applications to the email address listed for informal inquiries.
For more information on the SPMHS Psychology Department, please visit the Clinical Psychology section on St Patrick's website.
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