Psychologist Avista Disability CSDPYSC2026
Date posted: 11 November 2026
Before you apply
This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Reference
CSDPYSC2026
Category
Patient and Client Care
Grade
Psychology Assistant 6521
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Important Information
The HSE is advertising this job on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. This job is not with the HSE. The terms and conditions of this job may be different from the HSE’s terms and conditions.
Health region
HSE Dublin and South East
County
- Dublin South
Location
Dublin South
Recruiter
Avista
Contract type
- Permanent Wholetime
Post specific related information
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary.
The Children and Young People’s Service within Avista provides interdisciplinary team supports, residential, family support and education services to 0–18-year-old Children and Young People with complex needs and their families. The candidate is also required to work in partnership with families within a family centred model.
JOB ADVERTISEMENT
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:
Psychologist
PERMANENT FULL TIME (35 Hours Per Week)
CHILDREN’S SERVICES, DUBLIN.
Blanchardstown CDNT
Salary: €63,222 -€108,234* (LSIs*)
*Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.
REF: 106105
Essential:
· A recognised university degree or diploma with first or second class honours in which Psychology was taken as major subject and honours obtained in that subject, and
· A recognised post-graduate professional qualification in Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychology validated by the Department of Health, and
· At least 5 years post-graduate experience as a professional psychologist, no more than three years of which was spent in gaining the post-graduate professional qualification and no less than two years full-time spent in post qualification experience as a professional psychologist, and
· Possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office, and including an interest and experience in working with children and young people with disabilities and complex needs.
· Applicants with qualifications obtained outside of Ireland must provide a certificate of validation of their qualifications from the Department of Health.
· A full clean driving license and use of a car.
· Proficiency in the English language.
Applicants should possess Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.
Why work with us?
Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.
Supportive and innovative working environment.
Comprehensive Pension Scheme.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Free onsite car parking.
Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme.
Bike to work Scheme.
Tax Saver Travel Scheme.
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at:
https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
Closing date
18/11/2026 23:59:00
Informal enquiries
Informal enquiries to: Katie Collins, Children’s Disability Network Manager Email: Katie.Collins@avistaclg.ie