Psychology Project Worker

Psychology Project Worker - Autism Support

Studio 3 Ireland, Kerry Service Tralee, Co. Kerry €17 per hour Temporary or Permanent contract

Part time - Weekend and overnight availability

An opportunity for an experienced and reflective practitioner to provide individualised, relationship-based support.
About Studio 3 Ireland

Studio 3 Ireland is an independent organisation recognised internationally for the development of the Low Arousal Approach.

We provide personalised, community-based support to autistic people and others with complex support needs. Our approach focuses on understanding the individual, reducing stress and building supportive relationships over time.

We pay particular attention to the small details, including communication, relationships, environment, tone, timing and expectations, which can have a significant impact on a person's experience and wellbeing.

The role

We are seeking a Psychology Project Worker to join a small, consistent team providing individualised support in Tralee.

This is an applied, practice-focused role combining direct support with opportunities to contribute to psychological assessment, observation, data analysis and support planning under clinical supervision.

The role requires someone who is comfortable working with complexity and who can remain calm, thoughtful and responsive when situations are difficult, uncertain or change unexpectedly.

Building trust will be central to the role. The successful candidate will need to work at the individual's pace, notice subtle changes, listen carefully and adapt their approach when needed.

The role will include:

• Building a consistent and trusting working relationship with the individual supported
• Providing calm, respectful and individualised support, including day and overnight shifts
• Recognising and responding appropriately to anxiety, stress and distress
• Supporting autonomy, choice and meaningful participation in everyday life
• Observing, recording, monitoring and analysing information relevant to the individual's support needs
• Contributing to assessments, support guidelines and reactive plans under clinical supervision
• Working alongside staff teams to model psychologically informed and Low Arousal approaches
• Reflecting on interactions and adapting practice in response to the individual's needs
• Working collaboratively with the Project Coordinator, Clinical Psychologist and wider multidisciplinary team
• Participating in supervision, reflective practice and ongoing professional development
• Providing on-call support where required

About you

We are looking for an experienced, emotionally mature and reflective practitioner with a psychology qualification and relevant experience in direct support.

You should be curious about people, able to look beyond what is immediately presenting and interested in understanding the factors that may be influencing a person's experience.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can apply psychological knowledge in everyday support, while remaining practical, warm and grounded.

Applicants should:

• Hold a degree in Psychology
• Have relevant experience supporting autistic people or people with intellectual disabilities and complex support needs
• Hold a full clean driving licence and have access to their own vehicle
• Be calm, patient and confident in challenging or unpredictable situations
• Demonstrate an interest in psychological assessment, observation and reflective practice
• Be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Value autonomy, dignity and individual choice
• Understand the importance of consistency, professional boundaries and confidentiality
• Be flexible, thoughtful and willing to adapt their approach

Experience of the Low Arousal Approach is not required. Training and ongoing clinical and practice support will be provided.

Please note: This role may require the use of your own vehicle for work purposes. Applicants must hold a full clean driving licence and be willing to obtain appropriate insurance for work-related use. Mileage expenses are paid in line with organisational rates.

What we offer

• €17 per hour
• Training in the Low Arousal Approach
• Clinical supervision from a Clinical Psychologist
• Access to specialist training and professional development through Studio 3 Clinical Services
• A small, consistent and reflective team environment
• Opportunities to develop practical experience in psychological assessment, behavioural support and individualised autism support
• The opportunity to apply psychological knowledge directly within a person-centred support environment

To apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter to [email protected], outlining your relevant experience and your interest in psychologically informed, individualised and relationship-based support.

Pay: €17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18.0 – 24.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person