Chartered Clinical/Educational Psychologist

Chartered Clinical/Educational Psychologist

Location: Sensational Kids Child Development Centre, Kildare, Ireland

About Sensational Kids:

Sensational Kids is a renowned social enterprise and charity based in Ireland, dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, and high-quality therapeutic services to children with developmental needs. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to supporting children and their families through evidence-based interventions and holistic approaches.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Chartered Clinical / Educational Psychologist to join our team at Sensational Kids Child Development Centre in Kildare. The Clinical Psychologist will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive psychological assessments, interventions, and therapeutic support to children and adolescents with a range of developmental, emotional, and behavioural challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate cognitive, emotional, social, and behavioural functioning of children and adolescents.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans based on assessment findings, utilising evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
• Collaborate closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, and educational psychologists, to ensure integrated and holistic care for clients.
• Offer consultation and support to parents, caregivers, and other relevant stakeholders to facilitate understanding of developmental and psychological issues and to promote effective strategies for support.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant records in accordance with professional and ethical standards.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities to enhance clinical practice and contribute to the ongoing development of services at Sensational Kids.
• Stay abreast of current research, trends, and best practices in clinical psychology and child development to inform and enhance clinical practice.

Qualifications and Experience:

• The suitable candidate will require a doctorate in educational psychology or a doctorate in clinical psychology or a doctorate in counselling psychology and must be registered with the PSI as a psychologist.
• Registration as a Chartered Clinical / Educational Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or relevant professional body.
• Minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience in clinical practice, preferably working with children and adolescents.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting psychological assessments and providing evidence-based recommendations for a range of developmental, emotional, and behavioural difficulties.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Commitment to professional development and continuing education in the field of clinical educational psychology and child development.

Benefits:

• Passionate work environment
• A competitive permanent salaried role with regular salary reviews
• Free onsite parking
• A Health Cash Plan that can reimburse you up to 100% for a wide range of health care costs for you, your spouse/partner, and any of your children under 21 living at home, as well as personal accident cover. It also includes a free GP Advice Line, Virtual Doctor, Private Prescription Service, Counselling Service, Medical Information, and Legal Advice.
• Birthday Bonus Day Off
• Employee Link Day
• Employee Assistance Program which offers our employees support across a wide range of areas including:
  • A free, confidential counselling & wellbeing support service that provides counselling support to you, your partner or spouse, & dependent children over 16 still living at home of up to 8 sessions of virtual (phone or video), or in-person counselling per year
  • Digital fitness programmes
  • Nutrition guides and recipes
  • eLearning across multiple wellbeing topics
  • Self-guided meditation programme (BeCalm)
  • Wellbeing Podcasts (SoundSpace)

Application Process:

To apply for the position of Clinical Psychologist at Sensational Kids Child Development Centre in Kildare, please submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae outlining your qualifications, experience, and interest in the role. Applications should be sent to dana@sensationalkids.ie.

Sensational Kids is an equal opportunities employer.

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