Senior Psychologist (Adult Services)
Full Time – Permanent
Cope Foundation is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic full-time Senior Psychologist to work in adult services. The successful applicant will work as part of multi-disciplinary team to provide quality and evidence-based services to adults with complex needs within an interdisciplinary framework.
Requirements of the post:

• A recognised University QQI Level 8 degree (or equivalent) obtained with first- or second-class honours in which psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject

and

• A recognised postgraduate professional psychological qualification in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology, as appropriate to the area of professional psychology in which the position is designated and accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland

or

• Qualification(s) from another jurisdiction confirmed by the Department of Health to be equivalent to the above

and

• Have at least five years satisfactory post graduate clinical experience, inclusive of any time spent in pursuing a course leading to the postgraduate qualification and including at least two years full-time satisfactory experience as a staff grade psychologist (or at a more senior grade with a psychologist title) in the area of professional psychology in which the position is designated

and

• Possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and management ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office
• Full Clean Drivers License and access to own vehicle

What we offer:

• Salary in line with the HSE consolidated pay scales
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A flexible and supportive work environment
• Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme
• An opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives

Experience working as a psychologist supporting adults with an intellectual disability and/or autism is desirable
Informal enquiries can be made to John Buttimer, Principal Psychologist on 086 067 2530 or by email at buttimerj@cope-foundation.ie
Completed application forms must be returned no later than Friday October 18th. Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application.
Interviews will be scheduled for Thursday 7th November 2024.
A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future permanent, full time or part time Senior Psychologist positions that may arise Cope Foundation Adult Services
The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.
Visit our website at www.cope-foundation.ie