Behaviour Therapist

Role: Behaviour Therapist

Location:Tullamore, Co Offaly

Tenure: 60hrs a fortnight - Part Time Permanent

The successful candidate will become a key member of an 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. The office base is negotiable - Portarlington or Tullamore.

At the Muiriosa Foundation we have re-imagined the role of the Behaviour Therapist. We are guided by the person, we work collaboratively, and we focus on relationship and connection. We examine our own behaviour. We acknowledge that human distress is often a frustration response resulting from chronic stress. Behaviour therapists base interventions on a comprehensive assessment of each person’s strengths, needs and within the context of their environment. Although the post is for normal office hours, the successful candidate will be committed to a high degree of flexibility. The Muiriosa Foundation promotes a human rights-based approach. If you are interested in changing your lens and working towards paradigm change- this may be the post for you

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)

Professional Recognition. We are keen to support a successful candidate to achieve chartership as a Behavioural Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland.

Exciting continuing professional development initiatives including:

• Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS)
• Neuroaffirmative practices
• Trauma informed and trauma focused therapies
• Gestalt language processing

If you are ready to contribute to a team that values diversity, innovation and collaboration, and if you want to work within a supportive public sector framework that recognises and values your contributions with HSE pay scales and benefits, we want to hear from you.

The successful candidates must be able to demonstrate the following:

• An honours primary degree in psychology or equivalent (essential).
• Post-graduate professional qualification in behavioural psychology or equivalent (e.g. BCBA), or working towards same (essential).
• Eligible for membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland (essential).
• Relevant experience and demonstrable skills in working with adults with intellectual disabilities and Autistic adults with high support needs (essential).
• Experience in designing and developing individualised support arrangements for adults with exceptional needs (essential).
• A knowledge of evidence-based interventions for families and staff teams supporting people who present with complex support needs (essential).
• Demonstrated competencies in delivering staff training.
• An understanding of the principles of social role valorisation.
• A commitment to person-centred values.
• Willingness and availability to work flexible hours in response to service demands (essential).
• Full driving license, access to car and ability to travel across a broad geographical area (essential).

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: 2nd October 2025 @6.30pm

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

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

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