The Head of Psychology Dublin role at Central Remedial Clinic (CRC) is a senior leadership opportunity within the disability sector. This permanent wholetime post (Grade: Psychologist – Principal Clinical 3727) offers the chance to shape and expand psychology services for children and adults with complex disabilities.
Working across Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNTs) and enhanced complex care pathways, the successful candidate will drive strategic service development, particularly in autism and neurodiversity, while ensuring delivery of high-quality, evidence-based psychological care.
Job Overview
The Head of Psychology will lead the effective delivery of comprehensive psychology services aligned with CRC strategy and professional standards. This is a pivotal leadership position responsible for expanding and re-pivoting services beyond physical disabilities to meet evolving client needs.
- Reference: 93525
- Category: Health and Social Care Professionals
- Grade: Psychologist – Principal Clinical (3727)
- Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime
- Location: Clontarf, Dublin 3
- Health Region: HSE Dublin and North East
- Advertisement Source: Section 38
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage psychology services across CRC programmes
- Provide strategic direction for Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNTs)
- Oversee assessment, intervention, consultation, research and education services
- Ensure delivery of services in line with CRC strategy, objectives and professional standards
- Drive development of services in autism and neurodiversity
- Support expansion of services beyond physical disabilities
- Provide clinical leadership and governance to psychology staff
- Contribute to organisational strategy and service innovation
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Eligibility for appointment at Principal Clinical Psychologist grade (3727)
- Extensive experience in disability services and complex care pathways
- Strong leadership and team management capability
- Experience in autism and neurodiversity service development
- Excellent strategic planning and organisational skills
- Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Salary aligned with Principal Clinical Psychologist (Grade 3727) public sector pay scale
- Permanent Wholetime position
- Public sector pension scheme
- Annual leave and sick leave in line with public service agreements
- Professional development and leadership opportunities
Salary scales are governed by the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales (1 August 2025) and must adhere to public sector pay policy :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based in Clontarf, Dublin 3, at the Central Remedial Clinic. CRC is a publicly funded Section 38 organisation delivering specialist disability services to children and adults across the HSE Dublin and North East region.
Important: This role is advertised by the HSE on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. The position is not directly with the HSE and terms and conditions may differ.
How to Apply
Apply online via the official recruitment portal:
Apply Here – Central Remedial Clinic (Ref: 93525)
For informal enquiries contact:
Human Resources
Central Remedial Clinic
Penny Ansley Building, Vernon Avenue, Clontarf, Dublin 3, D03 R973
Phone: +353 1 8542200
Email: [email protected]
Applications must be submitted no later than 22 March 2026, 11:59 PM.
