Psychologists – Staff Grade & Senior Grade
Location: Galway.
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 Roscommon (GR) 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.
Psychologists – Staff Grade & Senior Grade
Location: Galway.
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 Roscommon (GR) 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: Occupational Therapist-Psychiatry of Later Life
Location: Tallaght
Contract Type: One year agency contract- likely to be extended
Hours: Full-Time, 35 hours per week
Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales for an Occupational Therapist
Excel Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Staff Occupational Therapist to join a well established Psychiatry of Later Life, Team based in Tallaght.
This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician to join a community-based team known for clinical excellence and a supportive multidisciplinary environment. The Psychiatry of Later Life, team provides vital, specialised mental health services to older adults, focusing on complex mental health presentations, neurocognitive disorders, and age-related functional challenges.
Role Purpose:
The Staff Grade Occupational Therapist will provide client centred occupational assessments and evidence-based interventions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary Psychiatry of Later Life team.
You will focus on the functional impact of mental illness in older adults, addressing independent living skills, home safety, cognitive support, and enhancing engagement in meaningful occupations.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct functional and cognitive assessments to identify the needs of older adults within the service.
- Implement evidence-based OT interventions to promote independence, safety, and quality of life for service users.
- Manage a defined caseload under the guidance of a Senior Occupational Therapist, ensuring high-quality, recovery-oriented care.
- Work closely with Geriatric Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Nurses, and Social Workers to provide holistic, integrated care.
- Participate in regular supervision and engage in continuous professional development (CPD) to enhance clinical skills in later-life mental health.
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and reports in line with professional standards.
Essential Requirements
- BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy.
- CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist (active or in-process).
- Previous experience or a strong interest in Mental Health and Psychiatry of Later Life.
- Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and time-management skills.
- A person-centred, collaborative, and recovery-oriented mindset.
Next Steps
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity to join a highly reputable team in Tallaght, please reach out to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone: 00353 89 9455139
Job Title: Senior Psychologist – (CAMHS)
Location: Cavan town
Contract Type: Agency 1 year contract initially (with strong potential for extension)
Role: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Salary: Aligned with HSE Senior Psychologist Pay Scales
Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Clinical or Counselling Psychologist on behalf of a Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service team in Cavan town.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, forward-thinking service dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of children and adolescents. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Psychologist to develop their career further.
The post holder will be based in Cavan town and will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team. You will have regular clinical supervision. Your leadership style will be based around compassion and inclusivity; you will encourage this in the staff you clinically supervise. You will work closely with the leadership team to ensure the service is resilient and sustainable, with a well-supported team delivering evidence-based interventions.
Job Purpose:
The Senior Psychologist will deliver advanced psychological assessments, formulations, and therapeutic interventions to children and adolescents referred to CAMHS. The role also involves working closely with families and carers, contributing to service development, and providing supervision and consultation within the MDT.
You will be highly skilled and experienced in delivering and developing an evidence-based therapeutic service, with a record of being a compassionate and inclusive leader.
Eligibility Criteria:
- A Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical, Counselling, or Educational Psychology.
- Eligibility for professional registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) or relevant body.
- Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, with at least 2 years at Senior or equivalent level
- Experience of assessing and providing a wide range of psychological interventions to patients presenting with the full degree of clinical severity and across a range of clinical mental health presentations across the life span and care settings
- Strong background working with children and young people with co-morbid mental
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other professionals.
What to expect:
- Competitive HSE salary in line with 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: Senior or Staff grade Occupational Therapist – Later Life Psychiatry Inpatient Service
Location: Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
Contract Type: Agency, 1-Year Contract
Salary: Aligned with HSE Payscales for Senior Occupational Therapist
Excel Healthcare is proud to be recruiting an Occupational Therapist on behalf of an inpatient Later Life Psychiatry Team based in Mullingar.
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist with a strong clinical interest in later life psychiatry and working with the ageing population.
We require an Occupational Therapist who’s confident managing complex mental health presentations in a rehabilitation-focused inpatient setting.
Key Aspects of the Role:
- Close collaboration with a Senior OT in the Community Later Life Psychiatry Team.
- Older adults with dementia and/or long-standing mental health challenges now presenting with age-related needs.
- Seating assessments and interventions, particularly for clients with complex physical and cognitive needs.
- Supporting meaningful engagement in daily activities within the inpatient setting.
- Working towards discharge planning in collaboration with the community OT team.
- You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing.
- A broader network of Mental Health OTs across the Mullingar area
- Line management provided by a dedicated Mental Health Occupational Therapy Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver Occupational therapy interventions to older adults with cognitive, physical, and mental health needs.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments with a focus on functional ability, cognitive function, and daily living skills
- Develop and implement compensatory strategies that support autonomy and participation in meaningful activities.
- Complete specialist seating assessments and interventions for clients with complex needs.
- Facilitate individual and group-based programmes within the inpatient environment.
- Support the discharge planning process in close collaboration with the Community Later Life Psychiatry OT team.
- Contribute to the development of the OT service, engage in clinical audit, and support best practice initiatives.
- Work as part of a committed multidisciplinary team, including nursing, psychiatry, social work, and psychology.
Essential Requirements:
- BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent qualification recognised by CORU)
- CORU Registration (essential)
- A strong interest in working with older adults in a mental health context.
- Confidence in delivering compensatory and enabling interventions.
- A collaborative and person-centred approach to care planning and rehabilitation.
- Experience or interest in seating and positioning interventions.
- A collaborative, recovery-oriented, and person-centred approach.
- Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills.
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 9455139
Job Title: Staff grade Occupational Therapist -Adult Mental Health
Location: St. Loman’s Hospital, Mullingar
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract length 1 year contract
Salary: Aligned with HSE PayScale for Staff grade Occupational Therapist
Excel Healthcare are delighted to recruit a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist on behalf of a HSE Adult Mental Health Inpatient Service in Mullingar.
This role suits an Occupational Therapist who is keen to develop clinical skills in acute mental health, contribute meaningfully to client recovery, and work within a collaborative MDT across two inpatient units.
About the Service
- You will work across an acute admission unit, providing assessment and intervention for individuals in crisis
- A rehabilitation/step‑down unit, supporting longer‑term recovery and community reintegration
- The service is in the process of developing two new therapy suites, offering you the chance to shape therapeutic environments and contribute to meaningful service development.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver occupation‑focused assessments and interventions in acute mental health
- Support clients with functional recovery and discharge planning
- Provide both individual and group‑based therapeutic programmes
- Contribute to the development of therapy spaces and service improvements
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with nursing, psychiatry, psychology, and social work
- Participate in quality improvement, clinical audit, and best‑practice initiatives
Essential Requirements
- Recognised BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy (CORU‑recognised qualification)
- CORU registration (essential)
- Interest or experience in adult mental health, acute care, or inpatient settings
- Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical reasoning skills
- Demonstrated commitment to recovery‑focused, person centred care
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 9455139
Job Title: Staff Grade Occupational Therapist – Mental Health
Location: Tallaght, Dublin (Approved Mental Health Unit)
Contract Type: Full-time agency role, long-term
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: HSE-aligned Staff Grade Occupational Therapist pay scale
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist to join an approved mental health unit based in Tallaght. This is a full-time, long-term agency opportunity within a welcoming and multidisciplinary clinical environment where professional support and development are strongly prioritised.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with an interest in mental health to develop their skills within a structured, recovery-focused service, working closely with experienced colleagues across the MDT.
The Role
As a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist, you will deliver client-centred occupational therapy assessments and interventions to service users within an acute and/or rehabilitation mental health setting. You will be supported by Senior Occupational Therapists and work collaboratively as part of a highly experienced multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out occupational therapy assessments addressing functional ability, daily living skills, cognition, and social participation.
- Plan and deliver evidence-based, recovery-oriented interventions aligned with service user goals.
- Support service users to develop and maintain independent living skills, routines, and meaningful occupations.
- Contribute to group and individual therapeutic programmes within the unit.
- Work closely with Nursing, Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, and AHP colleagues to ensure holistic care planning.
- Participate in discharge planning and transition supports where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with HSE and CORU standards.
Essential Requirements
- BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy.
- CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist (or pending confirmation).
- Interest in or experience working in mental health settings.
- Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and teamwork skills.
- A person-centred, recovery-focused approach to care.
What’s on Offer
- Salary in line with HSE Staff Grade OT pay scales.
- Full-time, long-term agency position with strong potential for continuity.
- Highly supportive MDT and OT department.
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience within an approved mental health unit.
- Ongoing support from both on-site clinical leads and the agency team
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 9455139.
Job Title: Staff grade Occupational Therapist -Adult Mental Health
Location: St. Loman’s Hospital, Mullingar
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract length 1 year contract
Salary: Aligned with HSE PayScale for Staff grade Occupational Therapist
Excel Healthcare are delighted to recruit a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist on behalf of a HSE Adult Mental Health Inpatient Service in Mullingar.
This role suits an Occupational Therapist who is keen to develop clinical skills in acute mental health, contribute meaningfully to client recovery, and work within a collaborative MDT across two inpatient units.
About the Service
- You will work across an acute admission unit, providing assessment and intervention for individuals in crisis
- A rehabilitation/step‑down unit, supporting longer‑term recovery and community reintegration
- The service is in the process of developing two new therapy suites, offering you the chance to shape therapeutic environments and contribute to meaningful service development.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver occupation‑focused assessments and interventions in acute mental health
- Support clients with functional recovery and discharge planning
- Provide both individual and group‑based therapeutic programmes
- Contribute to the development of therapy spaces and service improvements
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with nursing, psychiatry, psychology, and social work
- Participate in quality improvement, clinical audit, and best‑practice initiatives
Essential Requirements
- Recognised BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy (CORU‑recognised qualification)
- CORU registration (essential)
- Interest or experience in adult mental health, acute care, or inpatient settings
- Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical reasoning skills
- Demonstrated commitment to recovery‑focused, person centred care
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 9455139
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting for Specialist Support Workers on a permanent full-time basis based in Belfast with a starting salary of £21,869 with additional hours payments.
Our client is one of Northern Ireland’s biggest charities, which supports some of the most vulnerable in society by offering a wide range of life-changing services.
Responsibilities:
With a full copy of the Job Duties and Person Spec available on request you will:
- Work as part of a team that offers a 24/7 service to small groups of clients from 16-21 years of age, who suffer from poor mental health, and/or substance/alcohol abuse, assisting your clients to maintain their tenancy and to live safely in the community.
Requirements:
- 6 months experience of working with vulnerable children or adults
- Experience of care and support for young people who suffer from poor mental health, alcohol/drug use and working in a fast-paced environment
- Available to work shifts to cover the 24/7 service
- Key working, coordinating and delivering support packages
- Valid driving licence and access to a car to meet the needs of the job
- NISCC registered (or agree to become registered within 6 months from date of appointment)
Benefits:
- £21,869 starting, per year
- Employee benefits package that includes comprehensive private health cover
- Additional hours payments
- 25 days holiday with an additional 12 stat days
- Accredited training and ongoing support with progression opportunities
For more information on this excellent opportunity please submit your CV to Wes via the link below or contact Wes on 02891 422 191 / 07551 284 326
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Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting for Support Workers on a permanent full-time basis, based in Larne and Ballymena, with a salary of £19,275 starting per year with additional payments.
Our client is one of Northern Ireland’s biggest charities, which supports some of the most vulnerable in society by offering a wide range of life-changing services.
While no previous experience is required as full training will be provided, our client is looking for individuals who are non-judgemental, committed and passionate about supporting vulnerable people.
Responsibilities:
With a full copy of the Job Duties and Person Spec available on request you will:
- Work as part of a team, to deliver 24-hour support to members of the homeless community who access our client’s services such as remote support, family support and hostels.
- Offer support and advice and advocate on behalf of your clients.
- Liaise with external professionals and other organisations
- Design and implement support plans and risk management plans
Requirements:
- Commitment to delivering the core values of the client
- Commitment to providing non-judgemental and high standards of support
- IT proficient
- NISCC registered (or agreeable to registration within 6 months from date of appointment)
- Able to work shifts that include evenings, weekends, and unsocial hours
- While not essential, 6 months of previous experience, paid or unpaid, in supporting vulnerable persons is advantageous
Benefits:
- £19,275 starting, per year
- Employee benefits package that includes comprehensive private health cover
- Additional hours payments
- 25 days holiday with an additional 12 stat days
- Accredited training and ongoing support with progression opportunities
For more information on this excellent opportunity please submit your CV to Wes via the link below or contact Wes on 02891 422 191 / 07551 284 326.
