Our client, a leading private healthcare provider in Ireland is seeking a Clinical Director in Mental Health to join its Psychiatry Team. The organisation specialises in residential and supported living services for both children and adults with a range of complex support needs.
The successful candidate will take a lead role in delivering high-quality, biopsychosocial-informed care for a cohort of patients with mental disorders residing in an Approved Centre based in Cork.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide clinical leadership and take responsibility for the care of patients in the Approved Centre.
* Contribute to clinical governance and, when required, provide cover for other centres.
* Develop and implement service strategies to maintain high standards of care.
* Monitor compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines.
* Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure delivery of personalised, patient-centred care.
* Promote advocacy for patient rights and wellbeing.
* Participate in audits and the development of action plans to improve service delivery.
* Oversee administrative operations and ensure appropriate staffing levels.
* Conduct performance reviews and provide professional development feedback to staff.
Qualifications
* Full registration (specialist) with the Irish Medical Council.
* Higher qualification or degree in medical education, clinical research, or management is desirable.
* Demonstrated achievement in education, research, audit, or service improvement.
Knowledge & Experience
* In-depth knowledge of relevant standards, guidelines, and legislation.
* Senior leadership and management experience in a large public or private organisation.
* Proven ability to produce high-quality reports and documentation.
* Experience in psychiatric practice across varied settings (including intellectual disability and forensic settings preferred).
Skills
* Excellent clinical skills using a biopsychosocial approach.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
* Proven leadership in multidisciplinary environments.
* Effective time management and prioritisation abilities.
* Commitment to ongoing professional development and performance review.
Benefits
* Company pension
* Comprehensive induction programme
* Continuous professional development opportunities
* Career progression pathways
* Life assurance/death-in-service benefits
* Paid maternity/paternity leave
* Education assistance scheme
* Employee assistance programme (EAP)
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
* Retail discounts nationwide