Senior Psychologist

Description

St John of God Community Services CLG, Kerry Services provides a wide range of programmes and supports to adults and children with an intellectual disability in the Kerry region. The Service is committed to enhancing the dignity and quality of life of each individual in keeping with the Order’s Core Values and with the continuing development and refinement of person centred, community based and inclusive services and supports. Vacancy - Job Title: Senior Psychologist – Kerry Services (Permanent Full Time Role) We are inviting applications for the role of Senior Psychologist. Please see the key responsibilities of this role below. ROLE OVERVIEW We are seeking a Senior Psychologist to support the development and delivery of effective, efficient and person‑centred psychological services for adults with an intellectual disability and to support staff in their roles that provide service to children with intellectual disability. This role focuses on delivering supports for individuals presenting with behaviours of concern, mental health needs, resilience development requirements and dementia. The successful candidate will also play a key role in supporting staff training and supports. KEY RESPONSIBILITITIES Clinical & Professional Practice • Provide comprehensive, evidence‑based and person‑centred psychological supports • Conduct psychological assessments • Deliver evidence‑based therapeutic interventions adapted for intellectual disability Interdisciplinary & Collaborative Working • Work as an active member of multidisciplinary teams • Collaborate with families, staff and external services • Support integrated and holistic approaches to care Staff Support, Training & Development • Deliver structured training to build staff competence in relevant areas • Facilitate reflective practice sessions • Support teams in managing complex situations, using therapeutic frameworks Leadership & Service Development • Maintain appropriate clinical records, statistics and waiting lists • Demonstrate leadership and promote a positive team dynamic • Initiate proposals seeking new resources that may be needed. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS • A recognised postgraduate qualification in Clinical, Educational or Counselling Psychology • Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) and is validated by the Department of Health and Children • Experience working with individuals with intellectual disability • Experience in multidisciplinary team working • Ability to deliver training and provide supervision • Full licence for a manual vehicle ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • The role may involve travel across multiple service locations • Flexibility is required in line with service needs • The successful candidate must comply with organisational policies including confidentiality, health & safety and professional standards WHAT WE OFFER • HSE Pay Scales and Pension - Salary Range €100,483 to €118,111 • The opportunity to be part of a progressive and value-driven organisation • Meaningful work in a centre that improves the lives of people with disabilities We are currently interviewing immediately for this position. If you believe you have the necessary skills & attributes for the above role, please Express your Interest and submit your Curriculum Vitae via Cezanne (Occupop). Location: Kerry Services INDK