Principal Specialist In Paediatric Clinical Neuropsychology

Purpose of the Role

The post holder will be working within the neurology department initially at CHI Temple Street Hospital and subsequently within the combined neurology department following the move to the new NCH. The post holder will provide a highly specialist neuropsychological assessment service including the critical elements of clinical formulation, diagnosis and treatment. The post holder will also provide input regarding neuropsychological rehabilitation and intervention to children and adolescents, both inpatients and outpatients, attending the neurology department with the following conditions:

• Complex epilepsy and epilepsy surgery
• Neuro-inflammatory conditions
• Neurovascular conditions
• Neurodegenerative conditions
• Complex neuropsychiatric conditions

Essential Criteria:

Each candidate must have at the latest date of application:

Or

Hold a postgraduate professional psychology qualification validated by the Department of Health and Children. Applicants should refer to the Dept. of Health & Children regulations on the Employment of Psychologists in the Health Services, as well as, the PSI Guidelines on Post Graduate Training & Qualifications. Candidates requiring validation to work in Ireland must provide proof of same at the time of application.

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Sunday, 4th January 2025 by 23:45 pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Dr Helena Rushe Director of Psychology at Helena.Rushe@childrenshealthireland.ie or 018784293

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist at Victoria Gsamelova Victoria.Gsamelova@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our on-boarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your on-boarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026:

13th April 2026