DSE1062026: Occupational Therapist, Clinical Specialist (In-Reach)/ Teiripeoir Saothair, Speisialtóir Cliniciúil (Seirbhís In-Rochtana)

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Location of the Post:

HSE Dublin & South East/ FSS Bhaile Átha Cliath agus an Oirdheiscirt

Individual sites/ location will be indicated at expression of interest stage to panel members for each individual job.

All applicants will be given the opportunity, at the time of application, to indicate an IHA preference area.

• HSE Carlow Kilkenny and Tipperary South

• HSE Waterford Wexford

• HSE Dublin South and Wicklow

Candidates successful at interview will be placed on the regional panel in order of merit.

Where vacancies arise, posts will be expressed to the panel as follows:

1. IHA Preference Area

Vacancies will initially be expressed to candidates who have selected the IHA preference area in which the vacancy arises, in order of merit

2. Regional Panel

Where a vacancy remains unfilled, an expression of interest will then be issued to the full regional panel, in order of merit, regardless of IHA preference.

A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Dublin & South East from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled for the region.

Purpose of the Post:

The Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary In-Reach Team. The team, comprising of Specialist Principal Psychologist, Clinical Specialist Speech and Language, Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist and admin support (Grade IV).

The team will work across the core care groups Primary Care, CAMHS and Disabilities . The in-reach team will work collaboratively with clinicians from the core service and the heads of discipline / service managers to ensure a co-ordinated and comprehensive service delivery to, and effective communication with, all stakeholders with the aim of providing integrated care. The post-holder will contribute significantly to service planning, development, evaluation and quality initiatives to the autistic community.

The Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist will lead and be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality, evidence-based Occupational Therapy service within the area of Autism Assessment. They will advocate for neuro-affirmative practice. This service will be person-centred and strengths-based, and will encompass occupational therapy assessment, formulation, consultation, education, and support, with a specific focus on functional participation, sensory processing, daily living skills, and environmental fit. The Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist will participate in audit and research ensuring client outcomes and satisfaction with service is at forefront of service development

The post-holder will provide expert Occupational Therapy input and leadership to one or more service teams and sectors as required, as part of the In-Reach Team, and across services involved in autism assessment. All practice will be delivered in accordance with service plans and objectives, and within established professional standards, policies, and guidelines.

Informal Enquiries:

We welcome enquiries about the role.

Karen Lappin Mackay, Occupational Therapy Manager in Charge III

Email: [email protected]

Martina McCabe, Occupational Therapy Manager

Email: [email protected]

For IHA Carlow Kilkenny & South Tipperary & IHA Waterford Wexford please contact

Maeve Cleary, General Manager

Tel: 087 797 6134

Email: [email protected]

For IHA Dublin South & Wicklow please contact

Caoileann Cassidy, General Manager

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 086 020 3625

For enquiries relating to the recruitment process, please contact:

Tiegan Barnaville, Campaign Lead

Email: [email protected]

In-Reach Teams

In-Reach teams are being established across the HSE in 2026 and 2027. The establishment of these teams will improve access to autism assessment by building more integrated services for children, young people and ultimately adults through integrated, multidisciplinary care and support.

In-Reach teams are multidisciplinary teams of Psychologists, Speech & Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists supported by an administrator. The teams will work in partnership with Primary Care, Disability Services and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services to help provide timely assessments for children and young people.

Watch our In-Reach Teams webinar to learn more about this innovative new service and the rewarding career opportunities available within the teams.

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