Senior Clinical Psychologist in Sligo
- Salary
- €94,962–€111,622 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 8 Nov 2026
About the Role
As a Senior Clinical Psychologist with Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, you will support individuals living with an acquired brain injury to lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. Responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments, shaping personalised rehabilitation programmes, and offering compassionate guidance. The role involves working closely with clients, their families, and interdisciplinary teams to foster recovery and resilience. The contract is a permanent, part-time, 17.5 hours contract, with the flexibility to increase working hours through opportunities in Donegal. The salary range is €94,962–€111,622 per year, pro-rated based on full-time hours.
Requirements
Must haves:
- Full driving licence
- University degree or diploma (QQI level 8 equivalent) in Psychology with 1st or 2nd class honours
- Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology, or an equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health
- Competence in working in the care group applied for (either 60 days or equivalent supervised clinical placements as part of the professional qualification; or 60 days or equivalent post-qualification supervised work experience with the care group applied for)
- At least five years satisfactory post-graduate experience in the area of professional psychology, no more than three years of which was spent in gaining the postgraduate professional qualification and no less than two years full-time spent in post-qualification experience as a professional psychologist
Great to have:
- Post qualification experience of working with adults with an acquired brain injury or other neurological conditions
- Experience in provisions of support using a Positive Behaviour Support approach
- Experience in formal neuropsychological assessments and interventions with people with neurological or other physical diagnosis
- Evidence of participation in continuous professional development
- Knowledge of the relevant disability-related legislation and standards or practice
- Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
- An ability to manage workload, perform under pressure and achieve deadlines
Details
Location: Sligo, Leitrim and West Cavan
Sector: public sector
Closing date: 8 Nov 2026
Salary: €94,962–€111,622 per year
How to Apply
Please apply by 5pm on 13th November 2026. For informal queries, email the Hiring Manager, Sinead Crawley - National Service Manager at 0861072304.
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Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Clinical Psychologist role?
- The key responsibilities include delivering tailored psychological assessments, therapies, and interventions, collaborating with clients and families, sharing expertise through training and mentoring, supporting residential services, working closely with interdisciplinary teams, and maintaining accurate clinical records.
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- A university degree or diploma (QQI level 8 equivalent) in Psychology with 1st or 2nd class honours, an Irish post-graduate professional psychology qualification accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland, or an equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction validated by the Department of Health, and at least five years of post-graduate experience in professional psychology.
- What is the salary range for this role?
- €94,962–€111,622 per year, pro-rated based on full-time hours.