Job Title: Senior Clinical Psychologist – Autism Assessments (Contractor)
Location: Dublin & Midlands, Ireland
Contract Type: Contractor / Freelance
About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist
to join services on a contractor basis, specialising in autism assessments. You will conduct comprehensive assessments for children, adolescents, and adults across Dublin and the Midlands, providing evidence-based reports to families, schools, and other professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct diagnostic assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) using standardised tools and clinical judgement.
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Produce detailed, clear, and timely reports outlining assessment findings and recommendations.
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Liaise with families, multidisciplinary teams, and external agencies to support assessment outcomes.
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Maintain accurate and confidential records of all assessments.
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Contribute to best practice in autism assessment and support service development.
Essential Requirements:
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Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent.
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Chartered membership with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI).
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Significant experience in conducting autism assessments across children, adolescents, and adults.
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Strong report-writing and communication skills.
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Ability to work independently and manage a flexible caseload.
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Full clean driver’s license and access to own transport (if required for travel between locations).
Desirable:
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Experience with standardised autism assessment tools (e.g., ADOS-2, ADI-R).
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Prior contractor/freelance experience.
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Familiarity with services in Dublin and the Midlands.
