Job Overview
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) in North Dublin. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy services to young people experiencing mental health challenges, supporting their development, independence, and wellbeing. This position offers meaningful clinical impact within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions for children and adolescents within CAMHS
- Develop and implement individualised treatment plans based on clinical needs
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including psychiatry, psychology, and nursing
- Support service users in achieving functional independence and improved quality of life
- Maintain accurate clinical records and reports in line with HSE standards
- Participate in service development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
- Provide supervision and guidance to junior staff and students where required
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with CORU or eligibility to register
- Significant post-qualification experience, including relevant CAMHS or mental health experience
- Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to continuous professional development
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary Scale: €64,551 – €76,007 per annum
Contract Type: Specified Purpose, Wholetime
Benefits include access to public sector pension schemes, annual leave entitlements, and ongoing professional development opportunities within the HSE.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at North Great George Street, Dublin, within the HSE Dublin and North East region, covering services across North Dublin, Meath, Louth, Cavan, and Monaghan. The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s largest employer, providing a wide range of health and social care services across the country.
Application Details
Applicants are strongly advised to download and review the Job Specification and Additional Campaign Information documents available on the application portal before applying.
Informal enquiries can be made to:
Emma Plunkett
Occupational Therapist Manager
Email: emma.plunkett@hse.ie
Mobile: 0874261008
Last Day to Apply: 12 May 2026 at 12:00 PM
