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Associate Director - Allied Health and Social Care Professionals at Excel Recruitment
Clinical/Educational Psychologists – Autism Assessment
Location: Balbriggan, Ireland
Job Type: Full-time or Contract Options Available
Salary: Highly Competitive – Above HSE Pay Scales
Are you an experienced Clinical or Educational Psychologist with expertise in Autism assessment?
Are you a passionate and talented Clinical or Educational Psychologist looking for a flexible, rewarding role?
Excel Recruitment have an exciting opportunity to join a high-quality private clinic in Balbriggan. Our client delivers Exceptional Child Psychological services across north Dublin.
This is an exciting chance to work independently while being fully supported by a professional and dedicated Multidisciplinary team.
This is an incredible opportunity to be part of an innovative and high-quality team, who are reshaping Autism assessments for children.
You will have the freedom to carry out assessments in your own time, ensuring a work-life balance that suits you while making a meaningful impact on children and their families.
What to expect:
An environment where both clients and the specialist assessment team will have positive experiences matched with the highest quality of service.
The ideal candidate: Will have a strong background in psychological assessment, particularly in diagnosing Autism in Children.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments for children suspected of having Autism.
* Administer standardised assessment tools and utilise clinical judgment to formulate accurate diagnoses.
* Collaborate with other professionals, including speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists etc., to gather comprehensive information and provide holistic assessments.
* Provide feedback and individualised recommendations to families regarding assessment results and intervention strategies.
* Be aware of and refer clients on to appropriate services as necessary.
* Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of assessment results and suggested interventions.
* Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
* Work within limits of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct, and clinical governance.
* Stay abreast of current research and best practices in Autism assessment and intervention.
Qualifications:
* Master’s degree in Clinical/Educational Psychology recognised by Psychological Society of Ireland (or equivalent).
* Validation with the Department of Health and Children in Ireland (Essential).
* Psychologist Level: 1 years+ post-qualification experience, working with children.
* Senior Psychologist Level: 5 years+ post-qualification experience, working with children.
* Accreditation (Chartership or equivalent) with either PSI, BPS or other recognised post qualification accreditation.
* Specialisation or significant experience in Autism assessment and diagnosis.
* Proficiency in administering and interpreting standardized assessment tools commonly used in autism diagnosis (e.g., ADOS-2, ADI-R, Vineland).
* Strong clinical skills, including diagnostic assessment, case conceptualisation, and treatment planning.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
* Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with an openness to sharing ideas and learning from others.
What we offer:
* A highly competitive remuneration package that exceeds HSE pay scales.
* Flexible employment options - whether you prefer contract or full-time positions, we welcome Psychologists who value commitment to excellence.
* State of the art clinic with the best technology.
* Enjoy the freedom to work autonomously, while our client takes care of every detail, from managing your schedule and appointments to providing equipment, handling payments, and arranging the venue.
* Car Parking.
What to do next:
For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email ccooke@excelrecruitment.com or telephone 00353 89 9455139.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
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