Senior Psychologist, Adult Services

Senior Clinical Psychologist (Adult Services)

Part Time - Fixed Term 12 months

0.4 WTE (14 hour working week)

Horizons is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic Part Time Senior Psychologist to work in adult services. The successful applicant will work as part of multi-disciplinary team to provide quality and evidence-based services to adults with complex needs within an interdisciplinary framework.

Salary: The 8-point salary scale for the post as of 01/08/2025 (based on 1 WTE):

€98,503, €100,844, €103,205, €105,552, €107,881, €108,776, €112,279, €115,784 LSIs pro rata.

New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.

Requirements of the post:

• A recognised University QQI Level 8 degree (or equivalent) obtained with first- or second-class honours in which psychology was taken as a major subject and honours obtained in that subject.

and

• A recognised postgraduate professional psychological qualification in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology, as appropriate to the area of professional psychology in which the position is designated and accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland.

or

• Qualification(s) from another jurisdiction confirmed by the Department of Health to be equivalent to the above.

and

• Have at least five years satisfactory post graduate clinical experience, inclusive of any time spent in pursuing a course leading to the postgraduate qualification and including at least two years full-time satisfactory experience as a staff grade psychologist (or at a more senior grade with a psychologist title) in the area of professional psychology in which the position is designated.

and

• Possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and management ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.
• On application candidates must have an up to date valid work permission and be eligible to work in Ireland.
• Full Clean Driver’s License and access to own vehicle

What we offer:

• Salary in line with the HSE consolidated pay scales.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A flexible and supportive work environment.
• Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme.
• An opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives.

Experience working as a psychologist supporting adults with an intellectual disability and/or autism is desirable.

Informal enquiries can be made to John Buttimer, Principal Psychologist on 086 067 2530 or by email at buttimerj@horizonscork.ie.

Completed application forms must be returned no later than Friday 30th January 2026.

Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application.

A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future temporary part time Senior Psychologist positions that may arise across Horizons adult services.

The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.

Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie