PALMS (Positive behaviour, Autism, Learning disability, Mental health Service) is evolving and we want to welcome additional clinicians to be part of our vibrant and multidisciplinary team which includes Clinical Psychologists, Positive Behaviour Analysts, Systemic Therapists, Learning Disability Nurses, Psychiatrists, Mental Health Practitioners, Speech and Language Therapists and Outreach Workers.
With the continued evolution of PALMS we are seeking to appoint 2 Mental Health Practitioners who are motivated and forward thinking clinicians and leaders who can work flexibly and are committed to supporting CYP and their families across Hertfordshire and the full PALMS’ team.
This role would be suitable for a number of professions including: Mental Health /Learning Disability Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists & Clinical Psychologists depending on experience.
*Proposed interview date: 25-July-2025*
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
* Passionate about and have a desire to contribute to change in a vibrant NHS team
* Dedicated to supporting CYP with autism and/or learning disability and their families.
* Collaborative in their approach to work with families, networks, and others services
* Able to work both in a team environment and autonomously
* Able to maintain a high degree of professionalism when working in settings where there is a highly emotive atmosphere.
* Flexible in their approach and have resilience under pressure
* Have professional registration for your specialty
A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
You’ll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff
We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities
Our staff are proud to be Innovative, Caring and Agile in their work to help achieve the Trust vision
We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages
We don’t want you to miss out so we’d like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now
You’ve made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we’re looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Anna Dillon Job title: Consultant Psychologist and Service Lead Email address: hct.palms@nhs.net Telephone number: 01727 582122 #J-18808-Ljbffr