Senior Psychologist

Applications are now invited for the following position: Dean Clinic Cork: Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist (1.0 WTE Full time, Permanent Contract) St Patricks Mental Health Services seeks 1 WTE Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to provide the highest standard of care to service users with mental health difficulties in the Cork Dean Clinic.

This exciting post offers the opportunity to work within an already established psychology team within the Cork Dean Clinic working with both adolescents and adults.

The Cork Psychology team is part of the Psychology Department in SPMHS which is a thriving, innovative department providing many continuous professional development opportunities.

St Patricks Mental Health Services and the Psychology Department are strongly committed to the highest standards of clinical excellence, and this is reflected both in the level of expertise within the department and the strong commitment to accessing expert supervision externally.

St Patricks Mental Health Services values and supports research opportunities.

There are exciting opportunities within the Psychology Department to build on an already established research culture.

Candidates should have a track record of working in a mental health service.

A strong background in psychological formulation skills and delivering evidence-based interventions is essential.

Evidence of leadership qualities and ability to work with others to develop and deliver client centred interventions including group interventions is desired.

There are opportunities to work in the adult and adolescent service.

The successful applicant must: Have a recognised university degree or diploma (QQI level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject AND a recognised professional post-graduate qualification in clinical or counselling psychology or an equivalent qualification validated by the Department of Health.

Candidates are required to submit a copy of their Department of Health Validation with their application where relevant.

Have experience working with in with adult or adolescent service users in a mental health service.

Applicants are invited to submit a CV and cover letter demonstrating that they have the required qualifications.

Informal inquiries are strongly encouraged prior to receiving an invitation for interview.

Please also look at our website for further information in relation to the Dean Cork and the Psychology Department St Patrick's Mental Health Services ( Please contact Dr Clodagh Dowling, Director of Psychology for informal inquiries Tel: Email: (APPLICATIONS SHOULD NOT BE MADE TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS) Please note that if you are viewing this advert via Irishjobs, the contact details for informal enquires above are not visible as irishjobs do not allow telephone numbers or emails to be present in adverts.

However, these details are visible in the advert on the St Patricks website in the career vacancies section.

Applications in the form of covering letter and Curriculum Vitae, clearly stating the post being applied for should be uploaded as one document by Monday, 28th July 2025.

Panels may be formed from which future positions may be filled St Patrick's Mental Health Services is an equal opportunities employer Please note that while we seldom work with recruitment agencies, on the rare occasions we specify that we will accept CVs from recruitment agencies, it is only from those who engage in ethical practice.

We do not expect recruitment agencies to charge candidates for placements, and do not condone this behaviour as it is not accepted practice.

Job Description About the organisation St Patrick's Mental Health Services (SPMHS) is Ireland's largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service.

We are dedicated to providing the highest quality mental healthcare, to promoting mental health awareness, and to advocating for the rights of those experiencing mental health difficulties.

We now employ over 700 staff across our services.

We hold our staff in high esteem and regard them as our most important asset, enabling us to fulfil our mission.

We strive to create and maintain a forward-looking environment where our staff can be innovative and experience satisfaction in their work.

We are committed to ensuring the ongoing development of our staff.

The role Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist Dean Clinic Cork 1.0 WTE Full time Permanent Contract St Patricks Mental Health Services seeks a Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to contribute to the assessment, intervention, and treatment of adult and adolescent service users with psychological and mental health needs at the Dean clinic in Cork.

The Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist will report to the Director of Psychology and Dean Clinic Programme Manager.

The standard working week applying to the post is 35 hours per week.

The benefits By joining us, you become part of Irelands largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service provider, bringing lots of opportunities for your career.

We offer you many employee benefits, including: A competitive salary range: €97,509 - €114,615 27 days annual leave Pension scheme Flexible working arrangements, with remote and hybrid working opportunities Ongoing training Paid study leave and funding for further education Support for career advancement and professional development Subsidised canteen and onsite gym to Work and Tax Saver Commuter Ticket schemes Location Dean Clinic Cork, City Gate, Mahon, incorporating St Patricks Hospital, Jamess Street, Dublin 8, and St Patricks Hospital Lucan.

Please note: There are opportunities to work on site and remotely, depending on service user needs and clinic needs.

Responsibilities The duties of the Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist are outlined below.

In carrying out all duties, the Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist should ensure that all Dean Clinic and SPMHS policies, health & safety procedures, and legislative requirements are met at all times.

Being responsible to the Director of Psychology for service provision and compliance with all professional standards and guidelines, and to the relevant consultant regarding service user care Ensuring provision of the highest standards of practice and care in the Psychology Department Cork Dean Clinic Working as a member of either or both the Adult / Adolescent multi-disciplinary teams at Dean Clinic Cork, attending meetings, liaising and co-ordinating with other professional staff Carrying out appropriate assessments and providing feedback to teams and service users Implementing treatment strategies, or otherwise contributing to the care of service users as required and documenting progress Develop the Dean Clinic Cork Adult /Adolescent psychological services in line with SPMHS vision and strategy Link with services at SPMHS Develop possibilities of group therapy and deliver individual therapy Carry out psychological assessments with the view of referring to psychological in-patient or day care programmes at SPMHS Supervising trainees as required Participating in CPD and research, availing of opportunities to develop knowledge of and specialise in areas of interest Carrying out all other duties relevant to the role as may be required from time to time This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties.

The person appointed may be required to perform other duties as appropriate which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the position.

The person appointed will be assigned specific targets in terms of tasks and revenue.

Person specification Qualifications and/or experience Candidates must: Have a recognised university degree or diploma (QQI level 8 equivalent) obtained with 1st or 2nd class honours in which Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject AND a recognised professional post-graduate qualification in clinical or counselling psychology or an equivalent qualification validated by the Department of Health.

Candidates are required to submit a copy of their Department of Health Validation with their application where relevant.

Have experience working with service users in an adult or an adolescent mental health service.

Candidates should have a track record of working with adolescent or adults in a mental health service.

A strong background in psychological formulation skills and delivering evidence-based interventions is essential.

Evidence of leadership qualities and ability to work with others to work to develop and deliver client centred interventions including group interventions is desired.

Professional knowledge, competencies, and skills Be empathic Be organised Possess strong administrative skills Have excellent communication skills Have a proven ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Be self-motivated and accustomed to assuming an appropriate level of responsibility Have proven ability to work independently and interdependently as part of an MDT based at the Dean Clinic in Cork Have excellent psychological formulation skills Deliver high quality evidence-based interventions Terms and Conditions Tenure: 1.0 WTE Full time, Permanent post, pensionable as below.

Working Week: The standard hours applying to this position is 35 hours per week.

Salary: The salary for the position is based on the Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist 2025 pay scale (€97,509 - €114,615) and is commensurate with experience.

Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the position 27 days.

Pension: All pensionable staff become members of the pension scheme after successful completion of probation.

The scheme is a defined contribution scheme with a deduction from the salary of the employee of 4%.

In respect of an internal appointment being made the individuals existing pension arrangements will continue.

Probation: The appointee will be appointed in a probationary capacity for the first six months during which time the job holders performance will be subject to ongoing review.

Any extension to or suspension of the period of probation will be in line with the European Union (Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions) 2022.

Health: The appointee must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the position and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Character: The appointee must be of good character.

Retirement Age: Normal retirement age for employees is 66 years which at present is also normal pension age.

Please note: It is a condition of employment that the successful candidate must submit written confirmation of having successfully completed recognised training in the Mental Health Act by date of commencement.

Skills: Psychologist Psychology Mental Health

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