Central Remedial Clinic (CRC) is seeking passionate and motivated Staff Grade Occupational Therapists to join its Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNTs) across Dublin. These permanent opportunities offer the chance to work within multidisciplinary teams delivering family-centred care to children and young people aged 0–18 years with complex developmental needs.
This is an exciting opportunity for Occupational Therapists looking to develop their careers within progressive disability services while contributing to meaningful outcomes for children and families. CRC is currently undertaking a major organisational transformation programme in partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute, supporting innovation, continuous improvement, and lean healthcare practices across services.
Job Overview
The Staff Grade Occupational Therapist will work as part of CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams located across Dublin North and surrounding areas. Successful candidates will support children presenting with complex developmental, intellectual, physical, and autism-related needs through evidence-based occupational therapy interventions within an interdisciplinary environment.
Both full-time and part-time permanent positions are available across the following CDNT locations:
- CDNT Balbriggan
- CDNT Clondalkin
- CDNT Clontarf
- CDNT Swords
Key Responsibilities
- Provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention services to children and young people with complex developmental needs
- Work collaboratively within interdisciplinary Children’s Disability Network Teams
- Support family-centred practice models aligned with Progressing Disability Services
- Develop and implement individualised therapy programmes and intervention plans
- Participate in assessment processes including Assessment of Need where required
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and professional standards
- Contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives
- Engage with families, schools, and external stakeholders to support integrated care pathways
Required Skills & Qualifications
- A recognised Occupational Therapist qualification
- Registration or eligibility for registration with CORU as an Occupational Therapist
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong initiative, organisation, and time management abilities
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Flexibility and adaptability within dynamic clinical environments
- Full driving licence and access to own vehicle is desirable
Desirable Experience:
- Experience working with children with intellectual disabilities
- Experience working with children with physical disabilities
- Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Experience completing Assessment of Need processes
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary is aligned with the Department of Health Staff Grade Occupational Therapist pay scale ranging from €45,063 to €64,424 per annum.
- Permanent whole-time and part-time opportunities available
- Full-time hours: 35 hours per week
- Opportunities for career progression and specialist experience
- Supportive interdisciplinary working environment
- Involvement in organisational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Experience within progressive disability and paediatric services
Location & Employer Information
These Staff Grade Occupational Therapist jobs are based within CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams across Dublin, including Balbriggan, Clondalkin, Clontarf, and Swords. CRC delivers specialist disability services and supports children and families through innovative, family-centred approaches designed to improve long-term developmental outcomes.
Central Remedial Clinic continues to evolve through a major transformation programme focused on healthcare excellence, operational improvement, and enhanced service delivery. Successful candidates will join forward-thinking teams committed to delivering impactful therapeutic services within community-based settings.
Application Details
Applications for these Staff Grade Occupational Therapist positions should be submitted through Rezoomo.
Applicants should clearly demonstrate within their CV and supporting statement how they meet the required competencies, skills, and experience for the role.
Please specify the CDNT team or teams you wish to apply for when submitting your application.
Informal enquiries can be directed to:
- Fiona Armstrong, Interim Occupational Therapy Manager
- Email: farmstrong@crc.ie
- Phone: 00353 87 1133 021
General recruitment queries can be sent to hr@crc.ie
This recruitment campaign may be used to create panels for current and future permanent, specified purpose, whole-time, and part-time vacancies within CRC Children’s Disability Services.
This role is subject to HSE approval. CRC reserves the right to close the competition early should a high volume of applications be received.
