Occupational Therapist - Hybrid

About the Position

Cpl Healthcare is seeking a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team supporting children and young people aged 4–18 years across their nationwide residential services. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with complex needs within a trauma-informed, child-centred service.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of each young person within the service and their individual needs.
• Provide direct clinical interventions and evidence-based therapeutic supports.
• Conduct assessments, clinical appointments, and ongoing case management.
• Attend monthly MDT meetings across 9 residential houses (one meeting per house each month).
• Collaborate closely with social care teams, management, and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to trauma-informed, relationship-based practice within the service.

Requirements

• Fully qualified Occupational Therapist, CORU registered.
• Experience across Tusla services, CDNT, CAMHS and/ or Children in Care / Paediatrics.
• Knowledge or experience in the following areas is desirable:
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Sensory integration
  • Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP)
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
• Best practice within the Irish healthcare and social care systems.
• Full clean Irish driving licence & access to a car (travel required).
• Ability to work independently with excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Working Hours & Flexibility

• 37.5 hours per week (9am–5pm, Monday–Friday).
• Part-time or flexible arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.
• Hybrid working options available.

We Offer

• 5 weeks Annual Leave (pro-rata) + Bank Holidays
• Personal Accident Cover
• Income Protection
• Maternity Payment Scheme
• Hospital Saturday Fund
• Compassionate Leave
• Career Breaks
• CPD Encouraged: Paid attendance at internal & mandatory training
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme
• Counselling Services and debriefing supports
• Team Building & Golf Society
• Employer of the Quarter recognition scheme

About the Company

Our client is committed to providing a nurturing, trauma-informed environment for young people in care. You’ll join a supportive, collaborative MDT and play a vital role in shaping positive outcomes for children with complex needs.

Apply

👉 Interested? Email [email protected] to apply. Be part of a team that puts young people first. 💙