Principal Psychologist Manager

Principal Psychologist Manager Post

Adult Services

Full Time, Permanent Post

St. Michael’s House is a community-based voluntary organisation which provides facilities and services to over 1,900 adults and children with intellectual disabilities and their families in the greater Dublin area.

The Principal Psychologist Manager is responsible for the overall governance, leadership, and management of the psychology service within Adult Clinical Services. The post-holder will ensure high-quality, evidence-based, person-centered psychological support for adults with disabilities, while leading on clinical governance, staff management, supervision, training, service development, and research. This role includes carrying a defined caseload, overseeing complex interventions, and ensuring equitable access to psychology services across the organization.

Applicants must have:

Qualifications Essential

• Postgraduate qualification in Clinical or Counselling Psychologythat qualifies the applicant for employment as a Psychologist in Adult Disability services as determined by the Department of Health and the HSE.
• Eligible for Registration with the relevant professional body (e.g.) PSI, HCPC, or equivalent).
• At least 3 years post-qualification experience as a Senior Psychologist in Adult Disability services.
• Significant post-qualification experience working with Adults who have Intellectual Disabilities and other needs including Autism Dementia and Mental Health challenges.
• Proven leadership and management experience in a clinical setting.

Experience Essential

• Experience in service development, governance, and budget management.

Competencies & Skills

• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads and provide specialist supervision (e.g., PBS, ASD, Dementia, Mental Health).
• Financial acumen and ability to manage resources effectively.
• Strong commitment to professional ethics, CPD, and reflective practice.
• Ability to foster collaborative, multidisciplinary working relationships

Informal enquiries are welcomed by Tara Molloy at tara.molloy@smh.ie

How to Apply:

All of the below documents must be submitted before the application is deemed complete:

• A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience.
• A short cover letter/personal statement outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements for the position within St. Michael’s House.

Closing Date for receipt of applications is: 01st of October 2025 at 5 pm

• Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted and remember to include a valid email address and mobile phone number as this is the way you will be contacted to attend an interview.
• We endeavour to give as much notice as possible for interview dates etc. Candidates should make themselves available on the date(s) specified by St. Michael’s House
• Competency based interview (face to face interview).
• Provisional First Round Interview date is 06/10/2025

Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify.

St. Michael’s House is an Equal Opportunities Employer.