Assistant Psychologist

Role: Assistant Psychologist

Location: Tullamore

Tenure: Two Year fixed term contract

Contract Hours: 39hours per week

Salary scale: Assistant Psychologist scale

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated Assistant Psychologist to join our evolving psychological services team led by the Principal Psychology Manager. The post will involve close collaborative working with the Senior Psychologist. The post holder will provide psychological supports to a broad range of individuals with intellectual disabilities, Autism and mental health concerns Although the post is for normal office hours, the successful candidate will be committed to a high degree of flexibility

You will work under the supervision of a Senior Psychologist to provide psychological formulation and a range of therapeutic interventions. Our service is committed to a human rights-based, neuroaffirmative, and values-led approach, with an emphasis on building therapeutic relationships and supporting individuals to live full and meaningful lives.

Main Duties of the Job

Assist in delivering high-quality psychological supports in line with professional standards, guidelines, and organisational priorities.

Contribute to clinical administration, audit, data collection, and service development projects.

Support and empower adults with complex support needs to live rich and connected lives.

What we offer

Modern and supportive workplace. Thrive in a contemporary non-profit section 38 organisation committed to excellence, where you'll work alongside dedicated and caring professionals who value innovative approaches

Expert supervision. Benefit from the mentorship of a senior psychologist who will support your professional development and clinical expertise.

Progressive neuroaffirmative approaches. Join a psychology department that embraces a progressive neuroaffirmative perspective, empowering you to work with diverse individuals and unique challenges which require creative and supportive responses

Public Sector Benefits. This is a secure, full-time position within the public sector, offering competitive HSE pay scales equivalent to Social Care Leader II (pro rata)

Exciting opportunities for continuing professional development including training in:

· Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS)

· Neuroaffirmative practice

· Trauma-informed and trauma-focused therapies

· Gestalt language processing

Person Specification

Qualifications – Essential
A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree in Psychology
Eligible for Graduate Membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI)

Qualifications – Desirable

Relevant post-graduate qualification in applied psychology

Experience – Essential
Relevant experience and demonstrable skills in working with adults with intellectual disabilities and Autistic adults with high support needs

Experience - Desirable

Experience working as an Assistant Psychologist or similar role in a relevant clinical setting
Experience working collaboratively with families, and multidisciplinary teams

Knowledge and Skills

Full driving license, access to car and ability to travel across a broad geographical area
Understanding of the psychological needs of people with intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental health difficulties

Understanding of neuroaffirmative approaches to working with individuals
Excellent verbal and written communication skills


Personal Qualities
A positive, respectful attitude towards neurodivergent individuals and those with intellectual disabilities

Willingness and availability to work flexible hours in response to service demands
Flexibility, creativity, and a strong commitment to inclusive, person-centred practice

Informal Enquiries: Cormac O’Connor, Senior Psychologist

Please contact to set up phone or video call (087-9833480 or Cormac.oconnor@muiriosa.ie)

Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: 24th November 2025

To apply and for further details please go to our web page at:

https://www.muiriosa.ie/employment/

N.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo, it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.