Overview
We are looking for an experienced Band 8a Clinical Psychologist or a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist who we would support to develop within a preceptorship model. You would be a key part of our multi-disciplinary CAMHS Therapeutic Education Team, which is part of the Homes and Horizons project. Homes and Horizons is a partnership between the NHS, Social Care, Education and The Shaw Trust. It provides homes, therapeutic education, foster care and trauma-informed environments for a cohort of complex young people in Somerset. This post suits someone who wants the challenge of applying all areas of their psychological knowledge and skill to helping young people and the systems that care for them. Within our educational settings, aside from direct clinical work, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a rich therapeutic environment, collaborating closely with a range of staff to help young people reach their full potential. Across the wider project, you would contribute to the development of sustainable, psychologically-informed processes, which support both our young people and staff to thrive.
As a Clinical Psychologist in this innovative and dynamic project, you will provide a broad and impactful psychological service to young people and the systems that support them. This role requires a high level of adaptability, collaboration, and clinical expertise, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed and relational care.
Responsibilities
* Delivering comprehensive psychological assessments, including cognitive, adaptive functioning, risk assessments, and contributions to ADHD and autism diagnostic pathways.
* Developing collaborative formulations with young people and the adults around them to guide effective, trauma-informed interventions.
* Providing individual, group, and team-based interventions, and designing therapeutic packages for delivery by colleagues.
* Offering clinical supervision to team members and care home staff, supporting reflective practice and professional development.
* Contributing to service evaluation, audit, and research to inform ongoing development and ensure high standards of care.
* Helping to maintain and nurture the psychological, trauma-informed culture of the project.
* Delivering training to staff from a range of professional backgrounds to enhance psychological understanding and practice.
* Supporting the growth and sustainability of a complex, community-focused project, drawing on relational, systemic, and community psychology models.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Band 8a Clinical Psychologist or Band 7 Clinical Psychologist with the capacity to develop within a preceptorship model.
* Experience in CAMHS or related settings and a strong emphasis on trauma-informed and relational care.
* Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to service development.
Benefits and About Somerset
* Flexible working options to help balance work and life
* NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
* Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
* A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
* Access to the Blue Light Card for exclusive discounts and NHS-specific perks
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