Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist – CAMHS

Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist – CAMHS
Location: Ballymun, Dublin
Contract Type: Full-time, 6–12 Month Contract
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 35-hour week
Salary: Aligned with HSE Pay Scales

Are you a passionate and motivated Clinical Psychologist looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people?

We are currently recruiting a Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist to join a dynamic and highly supportive CAMHS team based in Ballymun. This is a 6-month to 1-year contract, with the opportunity to work alongside a well-respected and nurturing Principal Psychologist who is deeply committed to professional development and team support.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting young people and their families as they navigate moderate to severe mental health challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments for children and adolescents presenting with complex mental health needs.
• Formulate and deliver individualised, evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, DBT-informed approaches, systemic and family interventions).
• Engage in multidisciplinary case discussions and contribute psychological expertise to treatment planning.
• Provide psychoeducation, therapeutic input, and support to families and carers.
• Liaise and collaborate with external agencies, including schools, GPs, and social care teams.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate clinical records in accordance with professional and legal standards.
• Participate in team meetings, clinical supervision, and continuous professional development.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of clinical services and service improvement initiatives. 

Eligibility Criteria:

• A recognised qualification at doctoral level (or equivalent) in Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology.
• PSI membership or eligibility for registration.

·       Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.

• A minimum of one year’s post-qualification experience (ideally with children/adolescents or within CAMHS settings).
• Demonstrable experience in psychological assessment and intervention with young people.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development, trauma-informed care, and family systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team-working skills.
• Ability to manage a varied and complex caseload autonomously.
• Full driver’s licence and access to own transport (preferred but not essential for this location).

Benefits:

• Competitive HSE-aligned salary based on experience
• Full-time contract, Monday – Friday, 35 hour working week for 6 to 12 months
• Structured clinical supervision and ongoing CPD opportunities
• A highly collaborative, supportive, and well-established MDT
• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Opportunity to gain experience in a specialist CAMHS setting 

What you need to do now:

To express interest or learn more about this role, please contact Charlene Cooke in confidence at ccooke@excelrecruitment.com or by phone at 089 945 5139.