Lynebank Hospital, Dunfermline or Stratheden Hospital, Cupar
NHS Fife Psychology Service is a large, friendly and supportive place to work. We provide a service to the whole of Fife that includes all the major clinical specialties. We have an excellent reputation for innovation and developing staff, and this is a particularly exciting time to be working in our department. We are working hard to enhance psychologically‑informed care and practice across Fife.
About the Role
The post is based in the Learning Disability and Neurodevelopmental Psychology Team. It is funded by the Scottish Government on a fixed‑term basis to deliver and evaluate an innovative approach for neurodivergent adults. The post can be based either at Lynebank or Stratheden Hospital and will involve some travel across Fife and online delivery.
Responsibilities
* Pilot a brief psychological assessment and formulation with neurodivergent adults.
* Provide excellent clinical care within the project protocol.
* Contribute to service redesign and development to best meet patients’ needs.
* Deliver group interventions and support the creation of digital resources.
* Engage in research and service evaluation to support the programme of work.
* Travel to different locations across Fife as required.
* Work closely with colleagues delivering the project and receive regular clinical and managerial supervision.
Contact
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Dr Jill Jones, Head of Learning Disability and Neurodevelopmental Psychology, by email jill.jones@nhs.scot or telephone 01383 565210 for an informal discussion about the post.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for the workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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