The Health Service Executive (HSE) West and North West is seeking dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialists to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) team in Galway City Centre. We currently have 2 permanent, whole-time positions available for experienced mental health professionals committed to supporting young people’s wellbeing.
About the Role
This Clinical Nurse Specialist position offers the opportunity to work within CAMHS Café in Galway City Centre, providing specialized mental health nursing care to children and adolescents. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across various services, utilizing your expertise to deliver comprehensive mental health support and interventions.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialized nursing assessment, care planning, and intervention for children and adolescents with mental health needs
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Conduct risk assessments and safety planning for vulnerable young people
- Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior nursing staff
- Participate in service development initiatives and quality improvement projects
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to case reviews and care planning meetings
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Demonstrated depth and breadth of Mental Health Nursing experience specifically in Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Clinical Nurse Specialist qualification or equivalent advanced mental health training
- Strong ability to adapt and work collaboratively with professionals from multiple different services
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with young people and families
Preferred Qualifications
- Post-graduate qualification in Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Previous experience working within HSE or similar healthcare organization
- Knowledge of current mental health legislation and best practice guidelines
- Experience in crisis intervention and risk management
- Training in specific therapeutic interventions for young people
What We Offer
- Competitive salary aligned with Clinical Nurse Specialist (Mental Health) Grade 2625
- Permanent, whole-time contract providing job security and career stability
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension scheme, annual leave entitlements, and professional development opportunities
- Supportive work environment with access to clinical supervision and continuing education
- Opportunity for career progression within the HSE mental health services
- Meaningful work making a real difference in the lives of children, adolescents, and their families
Ready to Apply?
We welcome applications from both HSE and non-HSE candidates. A panel may be formed from this recruitment campaign for current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies.
Application deadline: 21st August 2025 at 12:00 PM
Interview date: As soon as possible following the closing date
Important: Applications must be submitted via Rezoomo only. CVs will not be accepted for this campaign.
For informal enquiries about this role, please contact:
- Maurice Moloney, Clinical Nurse Manager III, CAMHS: 087-0632129 | [email protected]
- Rachel O’Shaughnessy, Clinical Nurse Manager III, CAMHS: 086-0210831 | [email protected]
