Psychology Assistant

Psychologist Assistant Waterford Children's Disability Network Team One year fixed term contract, full time, 35 hours per week The CRC Children's Disability Network Teams (CDNT) provide intervention to children from the age of 0-18 years, presenting with complex developmental needs requiring inter-disciplinary intervention. Our services are based upon a Family Centered Practice Model in line with the Progressing Disability Services. CRC CDNTs are based in Clontarf, Swords, Balbriggan, Clondalkin and Waterford. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team. The successful candidate will have the following essential requirements: Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition who - (i)Have a Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) accredited qualification at not less than a Level 8 at 2.1 honours grade on the QQI qualifications framework in which psychology was a major subject, - Or (ii) A Level 8 honours degree in another subject (2.1 or higher) together with an accredited conversion qualification at a minimum of (2.1) as conferring eligibility for graduate membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland Post-qualification experience working with children with disabilities Excellent communication, initiative and time management skills Flexibility and teamwork skills which are key to this role Desirable requirements: Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Experience working with children with physical disabilities Experience working with children with intellectual disabilities Full driver's license and access to car It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, Psychology Assistant (€32,237). Please apply through the Rezoomo link, applications must be received on or before 11th February 2025. Informal enquiries to Maria Burke, . Interviews to take place the week of the 17th February 2025. A panel may be created from this campaign from which current and future permanent, specified purpose, whole- time and part-time posts for CRC Children's Disability Services will be filled. Data Protection: Please refer to to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. #cr To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.