Behaviour Therapist in Tullamore

About the Role

Muiríosa Foundation supports individuals (and their families) with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live self-directed, connected and fulfilling lives. Currently we employ over 1,700 staff and support people in Laois, Offaly, Westmeath, Meath, Longford, Kildare, Tipperary, Kilkenny. We provide supports through the Regional structure and the Person Centred Wing . Each region exercises a high level of devolved autonomy across all major operational functions including residential homes, day supports, respite. The Person Centred Wing offers the opportunity to have someone work with you who comes with an exclusively individualised focus on getting to know you and figuring out what needs to happen so that you get the opportunity to create the life you want for yourself. What people want is usually very ordinary but is seen as ‘extraordinary’ if you have a disability. Refer to the Muiriosa Foundation Website for further information.

There are administration centres in each of the regions of the organisation.

The successful candidate will become a key member of an evolving psychological services team led by the Principal Psychology Manager. The post will involve close collaborative working with the Senior Psychologist. The post holder will provide psychological supports to a broad range of individuals with intellectual disabilities, Autism and mental health concerns. The office base is negotiable – Tullamore or Mullingar.

At the Muiriosa Foundation we have re-imagined the role of the Behaviour Therapist. We are guided by the person, we work collaboratively, and we focus on relationship and connection. We examine our own behaviour. We acknowledge that human distress is often a frustration response resulting from chronic stress. Behaviour therapists base interventions on a comprehensive assessment of each person’s strengths, needs and within the context of their environment. Although the post is for normal office hours, the successful candidate will be committed to a high degree of flexibility. The Muiriosa Foundation promotes a human rights-based approach. If you are interested in changing your lens and working towards paradigm change- this may be the post for you.

Requirements

• Full Current Driving Licence
• Relevant recognised Qualification
• A commitment to person centred values
• A knowledge of evidence based interventions
• An honours primary degree in psychology or equivalent (essential).
• Post-graduate professional qualification in behavioural psychology or equivalent (e.g. BCBA) or working towards same (essential).
• Eligible for graduate of the Psychological Society of Ireland (essential).
• Relevant experience and demonstrable skills in working with people with intellectual disabilities and Autistic adults with high support needs (essential).
• Experience in designing and developing individualised support arrangements for adults with exceptional needs.
• A knowledge of evidence-based interventions for families and staff teams supporting people who present with complex support needs (essential).
• Demonstrated competencies in delivering staff training.
• An understanding of the principles of social role valorisation.
• A commitment to person-centred values.
• Willingness and availability to work flexible hours in response to service demands (essential).
• Full driving license, access to car and ability to travel across a broad geographical area (essential).

Details

Location: Tullamore, County Offaly, Ireland

Tenure: 75 hrs a fortnight – Fixed term Maternity Leave Cover

Salary: Indicative HSE pay scale for this grade, €76,363–€87,873 per year

Closing date: 8 Sept 2026

How to Apply

For informal enquires please contact megan.foley@muiriosa.ie

Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Tuesday 8th September 2026

To apply and for further details please go to our web page at: https://www.muiriosa.ie/employment/