The Central Remedial Clinic is seeking dedicated Staff Grade Psychologists to join its Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNTs) across Dublin. These permanent full-time and part-time opportunities offer the chance to work within interdisciplinary teams supporting children and young people aged 0–18 years with complex developmental needs.
This Staff Grade Psychologist job in Dublin is ideal for professionals passionate about family-centred care, developmental assessment, and supporting children with disabilities. Successful candidates will contribute to innovative clinical services while becoming part of an organisation focused on continuous improvement and transformational healthcare delivery.
Job Overview
The CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams provide specialist interdisciplinary supports for children with complex developmental needs. These services operate under the Progressing Disability Services model and focus on family-centred practice, collaboration, and evidence-based intervention.
Positions are available across multiple Dublin CDNT locations including Balbriggan, Clondalkin, Clontarf, and Swords. The Central Remedial Clinic is currently undergoing organisational transformation in partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute, offering psychologists the opportunity to contribute to forward-thinking healthcare improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide psychological assessment and intervention services for children with complex developmental needs
- Complete standardised cognitive assessments and clinical evaluations
- Work collaboratively within interdisciplinary Children’s Disability Network Teams
- Support family-centred care planning and intervention delivery
- Prepare high-quality clinical reports and documentation
- Contribute to Assessment of Need processes where required
- Participate in service development and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain professional standards and evidence-based practice in line with organisational policies
Required Skills and Qualifications
- A University Degree or Diploma with first or second class honours where Psychology was taken as a major subject and honours achieved in that subject
- A recognised postgraduate qualification in Clinical or Educational Psychology
- Minimum one year post-qualification experience working with children with disabilities
- Experience completing standardised cognitive assessments with children
- Excellent report writing and communication skills
- Strong initiative, organisation, and time management abilities
- Ability to work flexibly within multidisciplinary teams
Desirable experience includes working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, and Assessment of Need processes. A full driving licence and access to a car would be advantageous.
Salary, Benefits and Working Hours
- Salary Scale: €62,596 – €107,162
- Permanent whole-time and part-time opportunities available
- Full-time hours: 35 hours per week
- Department of Health salary scales apply
- Opportunity to work within innovative interdisciplinary disability services
- Professional development and continuous improvement culture
- Involvement in transformational healthcare initiatives with the Virginia Mason Institute
Location and Employer Information
This Staff Grade Psychologist role is based within CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams across Dublin including Balbriggan, Clondalkin, Clontarf, and Swords. These services support children and families across the Dublin North region through integrated interdisciplinary care.
The Central Remedial Clinic is a leading provider of specialist disability services in Ireland. The organisation delivers person-centred supports and is actively engaged in healthcare transformation and service innovation to improve outcomes for children and families.
Application Details
Applicants should clearly demonstrate within their CV and supporting statement how they meet the competencies, skills, and experience requirements for the role.
- Employer: Central Remedial Clinic
- Health Region: HSE Dublin and North East
- Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime and Part-Time
- Category: Health and Social Care Professionals
- Application Method: Apply through the official CRC application process
- Please specify the CDNT team(s) you wish to join in your application
- Informal HR enquiries: hr@crc.ie
- Informal Contact: Jean Oswell, Children’s Disability Network Manager
- Email: joswell@crc.ie
- Phone: 00353 87 616 9701
- A recruitment panel may be formed for future CRC Children’s Disability Service vacancies
- This role is subject to HSE Approval
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