Psychologists – Staff Grade & Senior Grade
Location: Galway and Roscommon
Organisation: HSE West & North West
Contract Type: 12 or 6 Month – Possibility of extension built in to service plan.
Excel Recruitment, in partnership with the HSE West & North West is currently recruiting Staff Grade and Senior Grade Psychologists to join their Galway and Roscommon Team.
These roles offer an excellent opportunity to work within dynamic teams, providing evidence-based psychological services across Primary Care Child Services (PC Child) and Adult Mental
Health Services.
You’ll be part of supportive teams that value collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, with a strong focus on recovery-oriented, person-centred care.
Available Posts
- Primary Care Child Services (PC Child) – Network 7: Staff Grade or Senior Grade Psychologist. Base: Athenry. 6-month contract.
- Primary Care (Child) Wait List Initiative Programme: 3 x Staff Grade Psychologist positions. Base: Galway City and County. 6-month contract (extension possible).
- Adult Mental Health Services – Department of Psychiatry – Inpatient unit – Senior Clinical Psychologist. 12-month contract – Roscommon
- Adult Mental Health Services – GR5 North – Senior Clinical Psychologist Ballinasloe 12-month contract
- Adult Mental Health Services – GR3 – Senior Psychologist 12 months contract – Galway City East
Key Responsibilities
Senior Grade Roles
- Deliver psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention across Primary Care Child Services or Adult Mental Health Services.
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated, recovery-focused care.
- Where Offer supervision, guidance, and support to trainee and staff psychologists.
- Contribute to clinical audit, research, and service evaluation to inform service development.
- Provide consultation and training to other professionals where required.
Staff Grade Roles
- Undertake psychological assessments and interventions under appropriate supervision.
- Support the delivery of individual and group-based therapeutic programmes.
- Participate actively in multidisciplinary team meetings and care planning.
Requirements
- Recognised qualification in Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology.
- Meet employment criteria for employment by HSE in Child or Adult psychology services.
- Relevant experience within mental health or related clinical settings.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and case formulation skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and recovery-oriented care.
Benefits
- Work as part of progressive, well-supported multidisciplinary teams.
- Opportunities for involvement in research, innovation, and service development.
What you need to do now:
For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 945 5139.
Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist
Locations: Adamstown, Lucan
Contract Type: Fulltime, Monday to Friday, 35 hour week
Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales
Excel Recruitment are excited to be recruiting Staff Grade Clinical Psychologists on behalf of Child Primary Care Teams in Adamstown in Lucan.
These Child Primary Care teams are at the heart of early intervention, delivering compassionate, evidence-based psychological supports to children and young people in a warm, inclusive, and family-centred environment.
Bring your clinical expertise and compassion to support children and families facing a range of emotional, developmental, and behavioural challenges including:
- Autism Spectrum Conditions
- ADHD
- Anxiety and mood-related difficulties
- Attachment, family and school-related issues
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide psychological assessments and therapeutic support to children presenting with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental concerns (e.g. anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions).
- Develop evidence-informed, child-centred treatment plans in collaboration with children, families, and MDT colleagues.
- Deliver individual and group-based psychological interventions as appropriate.
- Engage in collaborative goal setting, therapeutic planning, and case formulation.
- Provide consultation and support to parents, carers, and other professionals involved in the child’s care.
- Participate in service development, quality initiatives, and continuous professional improvement.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI.
- Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.
- Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
- Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models
- Experience delivering psychological interventions to children and families
- Excellent clinical assessment, formulation, and therapeutic planning skills
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
What to expect:
- Competitive HSE salary in line with Psychologists experience.
- 35 hour work week, Monday-Friday
- Structured clinical supervision and professional development
- Supportive Multidisciplinary team environment
- Flexible work arrangements where possible
What you need to do now:
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139
Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist
Locations: South Dublin (Ballyfermot)
Contract Type: Fulltime, Monday to Friday, 35 hour week
Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales
Excel Recruitment are excited to be recruiting Staff Grade Clinical Psychologists on behalf of Child Primary Care Teams in south Dublin.
These Child Primary Care teams are at the heart of early intervention, delivering compassionate, evidence-based psychological supports to children and young people in a warm, inclusive, and family-centred environment.
Bring your clinical expertise and compassion to support children and families facing a range of emotional, developmental, and behavioural challenges including:
- Autism Spectrum Conditions
- ADHD
- Anxiety and mood-related difficulties
- Attachment, family and school-related issues
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide psychological assessments and therapeutic support to children presenting with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental concerns (e.g. anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions).
- Develop evidence-informed, child-centred treatment plans in collaboration with children, families, and MDT colleagues.
- Deliver individual and group-based psychological interventions as appropriate.
- Engage in collaborative goal setting, therapeutic planning, and case formulation.
- Provide consultation and support to parents, carers, and other professionals involved in the child’s care.
- Participate in service development, quality initiatives, and continuous professional improvement.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI.
- Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.
- Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
- Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models
- Experience delivering psychological interventions to children and families
- Excellent clinical assessment, formulation, and therapeutic planning skills
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
- Full driver’s license and access to a car.
What to expect:
- Competitive HSE salary in line with Psychologists experience.
- 35 hour work week, Monday-Friday
- Structured clinical supervision and professional development
- Supportive Multidisciplinary team environment
- Flexible work arrangements where possible
What you need to do now:
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139
Psychologists – Staff Grade & Senior Grade
Location: Galway and Roscommon
Organisation: HSE West & North West
Contract Type: 12 or 6 Month – Possibility of extension built in to service plan.
Excel Recruitment, in partnership with the HSE West & North West is currently recruiting Staff Grade and Senior Grade Psychologists to join their Galway and Roscommon Team.
These roles offer an excellent opportunity to work within dynamic teams, providing evidence-based psychological services across Primary Care Child Services (PC Child) and Adult Mental
Health Services.
You’ll be part of supportive teams that value collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, with a strong focus on recovery-oriented, person-centred care.
Available Posts
- Primary Care Child Services (PC Child) – Network 7: Staff Grade or Senior Grade Psychologist. Base: Athenry. 6-month contract.
- Primary Care (Child) Wait List Initiative Programme: 3 x Staff Grade Psychologist positions. Base: Galway City and County. 6-month contract (extension possible).
- Adult Mental Health Services – Department of Psychiatry – Inpatient unit – Senior Clinical Psychologist. 12-month contract – Roscommon
- Adult Mental Health Services – GR5 North – Senior Clinical Psychologist Ballinasloe 12-month contract
- Adult Mental Health Services – GR3 – Senior Psychologist 12 months contract – Galway City East
Key Responsibilities
Senior Grade Roles
- Deliver psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention across Primary Care Child Services or Adult Mental Health Services.
- Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated, recovery-focused care.
- Where Offer supervision, guidance, and support to trainee and staff psychologists.
- Contribute to clinical audit, research, and service evaluation to inform service development.
- Provide consultation and training to other professionals where required.
Staff Grade Roles
- Undertake psychological assessments and interventions under appropriate supervision.
- Support the delivery of individual and group-based therapeutic programmes.
- Participate actively in multidisciplinary team meetings and care planning.
Requirements
- Recognised qualification in Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology.
- Meet employment criteria for employment by HSE in Child or Adult psychology services.
- Relevant experience within mental health or related clinical settings.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and case formulation skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and recovery-oriented care.
Benefits
- Work as part of progressive, well-supported multidisciplinary teams.
- Opportunities for involvement in research, innovation, and service development.
What you need to do now:
For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 945 5139.
Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist
Location: Kildare town
Contract: Fulltime Monday-Friday
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: Aligned with HSE Pay Scale
Excel Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated, motivated and compassionate Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist on behalf of a Life Span Primary Care Team in Kildare.
The successful candidate: will provide high quality psychological services to individuals across the lifespan, from children, young people to adults, experiencing a range of complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health difficulties.
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients, offering you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, young people and adults.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct psychological assessments and deliver therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing a range of complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health difficulties.
- Develop and implement treatment plans based on the patient needs and best practices.
- Collaborate with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including social workers, Occupational therapists and other Healthcare professionals.
- Offer consultation, advice, and guidance to the patient, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
- Engage in case formulation, therapeutic planning, and goal setting.
- Participate in MDT team meetings, clinical supervision, and continuous professional development activities.
- Adhere to the ethical and professional standards set out by the Psychological Society of Ireland and other relevant professional bodies.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI.
- Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.
- Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
- Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models
- Clinical assessment skills working with children, adolescents, and adults in primary care or other related clinical setting.
- Experience working with Children, and adults with developmental and Psychological issues (eg autism, ADHD, Anxiety, depression).
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
- Full driver’s license and access to a car.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary corresponding with experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for Professional development and career progression.
- Access to regular supervision and a supportive Multidisciplinary team environment
- Flexible working options.
What you need to do now:
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 0899455139
Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist
Locations: South Dublin (Dublin south city and Dublin south)
Contract Type: Fulltime, Monday to Friday, 35 hour week
Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales
Excel Recruitment are excited to be recruiting Staff Grade Clinical Psychologists on behalf of Child Primary Care Teams in Dublin south, Rialto and Dublin south city.
These Child Primary Care teams are at the heart of early intervention, delivering compassionate, evidence-based psychological supports to children and young people in a warm, inclusive, and family-centred environment.
Bring your clinical expertise and compassion to support children and families facing a range of emotional, developmental, and behavioural challenges including:
- Autism Spectrum Conditions
- ADHD
- Anxiety and mood-related difficulties
- Attachment, family and school-related issues
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide psychological assessments and therapeutic support to children presenting with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental concerns (e.g. anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions).
- Develop evidence-informed, child-centred treatment plans in collaboration with children, families, and MDT colleagues.
- Deliver individual and group-based psychological interventions as appropriate.
- Engage in collaborative goal setting, therapeutic planning, and case formulation.
- Provide consultation and support to parents, carers, and other professionals involved in the child’s care.
- Participate in service development, quality initiatives, and continuous professional improvement.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI.
- Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.
- Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
- Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models
- Experience delivering psychological interventions to children and families
- Excellent clinical assessment, formulation, and therapeutic planning skills
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
- Full driver’s license and access to a car.
What to expect:
- Competitive HSE salary in line with Psychologists experience.
- 35 hour work week, Monday-Friday
- Structured clinical supervision and professional development
- Supportive Multidisciplinary team environment
- Flexible work arrangements where possible
What you need to do now:
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139
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Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist
Service: Child Primary Care (HSE-aligned)
Location: Clondalkin Primary Care Centre
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday (35 hours) | 1-year contract (likely to be extended)
Salary: HSE aligned pay scales
Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist for a Child Primary Care Team based in Clondalkin Primary Care Centre, providing early intervention supports to children, young people and their families.
This is a frontline, community-based role where you will work as part of a well-established multidisciplinary team, with strong access to Senior Psychologists for structured supervision, consultation and support. The service is family-centred, inclusive and evidence-based, with a focus on practical outcomes for children and caregivers.
Bring your clinical expertise and compassion to support children and families facing a range of emotional, developmental, and behavioural challenges including:
- Autism Spectrum Conditions
- ADHD
- Anxiety and mood-related difficulties
- Attachment, family and school-related issues
Role Summary:
As a Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist within a Child Primary Care service, you will provide timely assessment, formulation and evidence-based intervention for children and young people, working closely with parents/carers and the multidisciplinary team. You will be well supported through structured supervision and consultation with Senior Psychologists. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday role on a 1-year contract with a strong likelihood of extension (service need dependent).
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide psychological assessment, formulation and intervention to children and young people presenting with a range of emotional, behavioural and developmental needs (e.g., anxiety, ADHD, autism-related needs, attachment and school/family difficulties).
- Develop evidence-informed, child-centred plans in collaboration with children, families and MDT colleagues.
- Deliver individual and group-based interventions, drawing on appropriate therapeutic models and outcome measures.
- Provide consultation and practical guidance to parents/carers and relevant professionals involved in the child’s care.
- Engage in regular clinical supervision (including with Senior Psychologists), reflective practice and continuous professional development.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and psychologically informed MDT working.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI.
- Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.
- Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
- Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models
- Experience delivering psychological interventions to children and families
- Excellent clinical assessment, formulation, and therapeutic planning skills
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
- Full driver’s license and access to a car.
What to expect:
- Competitive HSE salary in line with experience (HSE-aligned pay scales).
- Full-time, 35 hour week, Monday to Friday.
- 1-year contract with strong potential for extension, service need dependent.
- Structured supervision and consultation with Senior Psychologists, plus ongoing CPD support.
- Supportive multidisciplinary team environment and psychologically informed culture.
- Flexible work arrangements where possible.
What you need to do now:
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139
Job Title: Staff Grade Psychologists
Locations: Dublin North County, Dublin North City and North West
Contract Type: Full-Time, HSE Contract (35 hours/week)
Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales (Staff & Senior Grade)
Excel Recruitment are recruiting Staff Grade Clinical Psychologists to join Child Primary Care Teams across Dublin North County, North City, and North West.
We have opportunities in Coolock, Kilbarrack, Portmarnock, Swords and Balbriggan
These dynamic, multidisciplinary teams are committed to providing early intervention and tailored psychological supports to children and young people within their communities.
The successful candidate: will provide high quality psychological services to children and families, helping them navigate complex emotional, developmental and behavioural challenges including:
- Autism Spectrum Conditions
- ADHD
- Anxiety and mood-related difficulties
- Attachment, family and school-related issues
You’ll play a key role in assessments, therapeutic planning, individual and group intervention, and collaborative care alongside families, educators, and healthcare professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide psychological assessments and therapeutic support to children presenting with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental concerns (e.g. anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions).
- Develop evidence-informed, child-centred treatment plans in collaboration with children, families, and MDT colleagues.
- Deliver individual and group-based psychological interventions as appropriate.
- Engage in collaborative goal setting, therapeutic planning, and case formulation.
- Provide consultation and support to parents, carers, and other professionals involved in the child’s care.
- Participate in service development, quality initiatives, and continuous professional improvement.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI.
- Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.
- Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
- Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models
- Experience delivering psychological interventions to children and families
- Excellent clinical assessment, formulation, and therapeutic planning skills
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
- Full driver’s license and access to a car.
What to expect:
- Competitive HSE salary in line with Psychologists experience.
- 35 hour work week, Monday-Friday
- Structured clinical supervision and professional development
- Supportive Multidisciplinary team environment
- Flexible work arrangements where possible
What you need to do now:
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139
