About Evolve Psychology At Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, our aim is to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise. We started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments and have grown into a national independent psychology service across the UK and Ireland. We specialise in HSE‑recognised neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, communication difficulties, and coordination difficulties. Registered with CORU and affiliated with the Psychological Society of Ireland, we are a multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts committed to high‑quality supportive services. Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 18+ years experience across forensic and neurodevelopmental services. Assessment of Need specialists: We assess autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, communication & coordination difficulties through the HSE Assessment of Need pathway. Clinical quality first: Our evidence‑based, multidisciplinary assessments support the whole person, not just a diagnosis. Skills development: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, shaping neuroinclusive content and collaborating on research. Values‑led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide every interaction and support provision. Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK and Ireland, a digital presence, and 100+ experts, we expand with care and quality at the centre. The Role Join a passionate, multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in children and young people’s lives. Specialising in high‑quality, evidence‑based assessments for autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, communication and coordination difficulties, you will play a central role in delivering comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, contributing diagnostic formulation, differential diagnosis, and evidence‑based practice. You will help ensure timely, accurate reports that facilitate appropriate supports and improved outcomes for children, adults and families. You Will Be Responsible For Conducting face‑to‑face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental Assessment of Need process. Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers. Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians. Delivering clear, compassionate feedback to families. Producing accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, using our smart tools. Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Providing clinical supervision where applicable. Travelling to clinic base(s) to conduct in‑person assessments (hybrid role). Our Ways of Working Digital workflows and smart report‑writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact. Custom‑built electronic health record system, developed in‑house with market‑leading research. Continuous system enhancement based on employee feedback to improve efficiency. Ongoing training and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems. In‑house IT and operational support, so you’re never left troubleshooting alone. Qualifications And Experience Recognised university degree or diploma (NQAI Level 8 equivalent) with first or second‑class honours, with psychology as major. Postgraduate professional psychological qualification recognised by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, or validated by the Department of Health and Children in Clinical or Counselling Psychology. For Educational Psychologists: a postgraduate qualification in Educational Psychology recognised by the PSI. Minimum of 3 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD, or other neurodevelopmental conditions on children and young people, or adults. Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations. In‑depth knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria (or equivalent) for autism, ADHD, intellectual disability. Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS‑2, ADI‑R, etc. Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines. Highly developed written language skills to produce high‑quality clinical reports. Well‑developed communication skills with children, young people and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear and professional interactions throughout the assessment process. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions. Must be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland. Why Work with Evolve A values‑led culture where clinical excellence, compassion and staff wellbeing come first. Continued professional development, clinical supervision, reflective practice to support your ongoing clinical growth. Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions. Generous leave entitlement: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and a day off for your birthday. Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health. Company laptop and on‑call IT support for seamless remote and hybrid working. Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work via the Evolve Skills & Research Academy: training, research and content development. Company events and a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and families. Hiring Information We also are hiring for our new clinic in Gorey, North Wexford. If interested, please apply to this advert or apply via our /ie portal. Skills Counselling Psychology Healthcare medical psychologist Clinical Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Mental Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading psychology service provider in Ireland is seeking a dedicated professional to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves conducting comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people with autism and ADHD. Candidates should have a recognized degree in psychology, relevant postgraduate qualifications, and at least 3 years of experience in diagnostic assessments. The position offers a supportive environment focused on professional development and a competitive salary. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Educational, Clinical or Counselling Psychologist At Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting‑edge tools and support so they can focus on delivering exceptional care to children, young people, and their families. You’ll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high‑quality, evidence‑based assessments for autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, communication and coordination difficulties under the Assessment of Need pathway. The Role As a Clinical, Counselling or Educational Psychologist you will play a central role in delivering comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, contributing your expertise in diagnostic formulation, differential diagnosis, and evidence‑based practice. You will help ensure timely, accurate reports that lead to appropriate supports and improved outcomes for children and their families. Your responsibilities include: Conducting face‑to‑face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental Assessment of Need process. Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers. Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians. Delivering clear, compassionate feedback to families. Producing accurate clinical reports with diagnostic formulations. Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Delivering clinical supervision where applicable. Able to travel to clinic base(s) to conduct in‑person assessments (hybrid role). Our Ways of Working Digital workflows and smart report‑writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact. A custom‑built electronic health record system, developed in‑house. Continuously enhancing internal systems based on employee feedback. Ongoing training and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems. In‑house IT and operational support so you’re never left troubleshooting alone. Qualifications and Experience Recognised university degree or diploma (NQAI Level 8) in psychology with first or second‑class honours. Postgraduate professional psychological qualification recognised by the Psychological Society of Ireland in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, or validated by the Department of Health and Children. For Educational Psychologists: a postgraduate qualification recognised by the PSI. Minimum 1 year experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD, or other neurodevelopmental conditions in children and/or young people. Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations. In‑depth knowledge of DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria for autism, ADHD, intellectual disability. Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS‑2, ADI‑R, etc. Effective time management and caseload organisation skills. Highly developed written language skills for high‑quality clinical reports. Well‑developed communication skills with children, young people and their families. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions. Eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland. Why Work with Evolve? Values‑led culture where clinical excellence, compassion and staff wellbeing come first. Continued professional development, clinical supervision and reflective practice to support ongoing growth. Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions. Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a day off for your birthday. Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health. A company laptop and on‑call IT support to enable seamless remote and hybrid working. Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work via the Evolve Skills & Research Academy: training, research, and content development. Company events and a collaborative multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and families in Ireland. Employment details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Health Care Provider Industry: Mental Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr
