Chartered Psychologist (Clinical / Educational / Counselling)

Sensational Kids is interested in hearing from candidates who could work on a team to provide autism diagnostic assessment services either on a part-time or full-time basis from any of our child development centres located in : Kildare Town Claremorris, County Mayo Clonakilty, West Cork Clones, County Monaghan 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 dedicated and compassionate Chartered Clinical / Educational Psychologists who have training and experience in administering cognitive assessments and Autism Diagnostic assessments (ADOS) to join our teams at Sensational Kids Child Development Centres in Kildare, Cork, Mayo, or Monaghan. The Chartered Psychologist will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive psychological assessments, 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. Conduct Diagnostic Autism Assessments within a multidisciplinary team Collaborate closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team, i 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 to inform and enhance clinical practice. Qualifications and Experience : Undergraduate Degree : Obtain a recognised university degree or diploma (QQI Level 8 equivalent) with first or second-class honours, where psychology is taken as a major subject and honours are obtained in that subject. Postgraduate Qualification : Complete an Irish postgraduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) in Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology. Alternatively, an equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction, validated by the Department of Health, and recognised by PSI is acceptable. Supervised Clinical Placements : Demonstrate that you have acquired at least 60 days (or equivalent) of supervised clinical placements in appropriate health settings in both areas of Child Disability and Child Psychology as part of your postgraduate professional qualification if required. Must be registered with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) as a "Chartered" Psychologist. Minimum of two 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. ADOS training and experience of providing autism diagnostic assessments essential Benefits : Passionate work environment. Personal development plans. A competitive permanent salaried role with regular salary reviews. Free onsite parking. Investment into Annual CPD. A Health Cash Plan which 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 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). Hours : Full-time positions entail a 35-hour workweek with flexible scheduling options. Part-time positions are also available. Term of Employment : Both full-time and part-time roles are permanent posts Application Process : To apply for the position of Chartered Clinical / Educational Psychologist at Sensational Kids Child Development Centres, please submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae outlining your qualifications, experience, and interest in the role. Applications should be sent to Karen Leigh, CEO, by emailing . Sensational Kids is an equal opportunities employer. More Information at Skills : Psychology autism assessment ados assessment team educational psychologst clinical psychologist multidisciplinary team Benefits : Paid Holidays Laptop Flexitime