Occupational Therapist

Location: Carlow (with travel across the Midlands, and occasional visits to Cork and Wexford)

Hours: Full-time (flexibility may be considered)

Pay Rate / Salary: €43,000 - €70,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Recruitment managed by Staffline on behalf of Staffline Recruitment Ireland.

An opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary clinical team supporting children and young people in care. This Occupational Therapist role involves delivering trauma-informed Occupational Therapy services across residential settings and clinical environments. The Occupational Therapist position would suit candidates with experience supporting children and young people with complex needs.

Why Apply:

• Salary aligned with HSE pay scales
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Continuous professional development, supervision, and training
• Flexible working arrangements, including some remote working
• Collaborative and supportive clinical environment
• Immediate start available following onboarding

Key Duties:

• Deliver Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions
• Support care planning and service delivery within a multidisciplinary team
• Assess occupational performance within daily living environments
• Apply therapeutic models to support trauma, attachment, and developmental needs
• Provide consultation, guidance, and training to residential care teams
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, care reviews, and service development
• Maintain documentation, reporting, and clinical governance standards
• Build relationships with internal teams and external services including Social Work, CAMHS, Primary Care, and Disability Services

Essential Criteria:

• Registration or eligibility for registration with CORU as an Occupational Therapist
• Minimum one year's experience working with children and young people
• Experience in CAMHS, paediatrics, or mental health settings
• Understanding of residential or social care environments
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and child development
• Full driving licence and access to transport
• Training in sensory integration/attachment or knowledge of DBT, DDP, or relational models of care is desirable

About the Employer
Further information about the employer will be provided at interview stage.

How to Apply
Apply now to be considered for this Basic Grade Occupational Therapist opportunity.

To find out more, please contact 086 2014915 / 091 423293 and email [email protected]

*Please note you must be eligible to work in Ireland full time (Stamp 4/EU)

Please note that this role is subject to Garda Vetting and clearances.