Graduate Trainee Work Psychologist (Eo1)

The Department for Communities (DfC), established in May 2016, following the restructuring of the NI Departments plays a vital role in Northern Ireland, by supporting people, building communities and shaping places. DfC is the largest of the nine NICS Departments and works with 21 Arm’s Length Bodies. Around 10,000 people are currently employed by the Department, accounting for one third of NICS employees. It has an annual budget of almost £7 billion, including expenditure of £5.9 billion on social security and pension payments. Groups The Department is presently made up of six Business Groups: Communities, Place and Local Government; Corporate Services; Engaged Communities; Work & Health; Housing and Sustainability; and Operational Delivery Role of the Department The Department’s main functions include: A social welfare system including focused support to the most disadvantaged areas; Tackling disadvantage and promoting equality of opportunity by reducing poverty, promoting and protecting interests of children, older people, people with disabilities, and other socially excluded groups, addressing inequality and disadvantage; Providing training and support to jobseekers and employers; The promotion of a healthy housing market and the provision of decent, affordable, sustainable homes and housing support services; Bringing divided communities together by creating urban centres which are sustainable, welcoming and accessible to live, work and relax in peace; Supporting local government to deliver effective public services; and Maximising public benefits from the culture, arts and leisure sectors. The post holder will be employed within the Work Psychology Service (WPS), a branch within the Work & Wellbeing Division, part of the Work & Health Group of the Department for Communities. .

At least a second class honours degree in Psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society or Psychological Society of Ireland;And:

Provide confirmation that you are willing, able and eligible to commence an MSc in Occupational Psychology, delivered by distance learning course, due to commence in September 2024.And

At least 6 months demonstrable experience working with individuals to support their progression into employment.

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Evidence of commitment to personal and career development, in the field of Psychology and how it relates to the workplace.