Assistant Psychologist

Role overview

This is a 12-month fixed-term, full-time Assistant Psychologist position based at St John of God University Hospital in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. The role sits within a psychology team and involves participating in team meetings, case conferences, and other discussions assigned by the Principal Psychologist.

What you will do

• Support psychologists in delivering planned interventions to individuals or groups.
• Help assess individuals or groups using direct observation, standard psychometric tools, semi-structured interviews, and written reports.
• Provide supportive input to carers, family members, and relevant health or care professionals when needed.
• Assist with training activities alongside other professionals where appropriate.
• Contribute to research, audits, and evaluations of services.
• Help raise awareness of psychological services by sharing information with relevant stakeholders.
• Support the smooth running of the psychology service, including managing training equipment, information packs, and library materials.
• Carry out literature reviews, prepare presentations, and help draft articles for publication.
• Take part in Department of Psychology research work.
• Maintain and compile statistics related to the department’s clinical activity.
• Undertake other suitable duties within the department under supervision from Psychology Department staff.

Required qualifications and experience

• A graduate qualification in Psychology and a master’s degree in a psychology-related subject are required.
• Applicants must be Graduate Members of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI).
• A working understanding of psychology practice in Adult Mental Health is required, with direct experience in this area preferred.
• A clear commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is expected.

Additional information

This role is intended for a full-time commitment over a fixed 12-month period. The position is onsite in Dublin. Salary information was not provided in the source material.