Psychologist

If you believe in the power of early intervention, enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team, and are committed to helping children reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Help shape a child's future from the very beginning.

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate, compassionate and motivated Psychologist to join our STEP Early Intervention Programme, supporting children aged 3 to 5 years through evidence-based assessment, intervention and family-centred care.  As a Psychologist within our STEP Early Intervention Programme, you will work closely with young children on the autism spectrum and their families, providing specialised psychological assessments, behavioural support and therapeutic guidance.

Working alongside speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists, inclusive education practitioners and other professionals, you'll contribute to creating personalised intervention plans that empower children to develop the skills they need to thrive at home, in school and within their communities.

Every day presents the opportunity to celebrate progress, support families and help children build strong foundations for lifelong learning and inclusion.

What you'll be doing

• Conduct comprehensive psychological and developmental assessments for children entering the programme.
• Complete behavioural and risk assessments to inform intervention planning.
• Monitor children's progress through ongoing reviews and reassessments.
• Develop professional psychological reports and present findings during multidisciplinary case conferences.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to develop and review Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
• Provide consultation and guidance to parents, caregivers and educational staff on behavioural, emotional and developmental needs.
• Support evidence-based interventions that promote communication, emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to maximise each child's developmental potential.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and electronic records in line with Inspire's quality standards.
• Produce specialist psychological reports relevant to clinical practice.
• Engage in continuous professional development and remain informed about current research and best practices in autism and early intervention.
• Practice in accordance with the ethical standards and Code of Conduct of the Malta Psychology Profession Board (MPPB).

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• Passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young children and their families.
• Empathetic, patient and compassionate.
• Skilled in psychological assessment and clinical observation.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Committed to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.
• Experienced or highly interested in working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology (MQF Level 6).
• Master's Degree in Psychology (MQF Level 7).
• Completion of all postgraduate professional training in Psychology.
• Minimum of three (3) years' post-graduation experience.
• A warrant issued by the Malta Psychology Profession Board (MPPB) 

Why Join Inspire?

At Inspire, you'll become part of a purpose-driven organisation where your expertise changes lives every day.

You'll work within an experienced multidisciplinary team that believes in collaboration, innovation and person-centred care, while supporting children during the most important years of their development.

Together, we empower children, strengthen families and create more inclusive communities.

What We Offer

We value the wellbeing and professional growth of our employees. Alongside a competitive salary commensurate with experience, we offer:

🌴 10 additional days of recess leave

🩺 Health Insurance

💙 Premium Employee Wellbeing Programme

📚 Study Leave and additional Special Leaves

☁️ Cloudigo Premium Membership

🎓 Scholarship Programme

🏊 Inspire Pool Membership

💪 Gym Discounts

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and be part of a workplace where people and purpose unite to transform lives together!

Before being recruited and throughout the duration of employment, the selected candidates need to satisfy the requirements of the Protection of Minors Act (POMA) together with those of immunisation.

Inspire is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.