Rate: €1,400 per completed assessment (up to two per week)
Contract: Locum / Contract based
Location: Clinic-based work across Kilkenny or South Dublin
Start: ASAP (Flexible)
Employer: Specialist Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service
The role
We are recruiting experienced Clinical Psychologists or Educational Psychologist to support a high-volume, specialist ASD diagnostic service delivering comprehensive autism assessments for children and adolescents.
This is a locum, self‑employed opportunity, ideal for psychologists looking to undertake assessment-only work alongside other commitments or as a full time opportunity. Clinicians are paid per completed assessment, with administrative and pathway structures already in place to support efficient delivery.
Assessments are psychologist led, with Occupational Therapy or Speech & Language Therapy input contributing to overall formulation.
Payment structure
Clinicians work as independent contractors and must hold their own professional indemnity insurance.
The ASD assessment pathway
Lead clinician: Psychologist
OT / SaLT role: Functional, sensory, and adaptive profile (non-diagnostic but integral to formulation)
Assessment components include:
Diagnosis is made by the psychologist, who integrates all assessment data and provides feedback to families.
Time expectations (indicative)
Psychologist – client-facing time:
Total client contact time: approximately 5–7 hours
Additional non-client-facing work:
Estimated additional time: 6–10 hours, depending on case complexity
Total psychologist time per assessment: approximately 11–17 hours
Clinic expectations
Essential criteria
Desirable experience
Why consider this role?
Interested? If you are an experienced Clinical Psychologist seeking flexible locum ASD assessment work, we would be delighted to speak with you.
Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.