Job summary
We have a 0.6 WTE vacancy for a Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist in adult community psychological services in Mid Essex. We welcome newly qualified applicants who can be initially appointed at a band 7 with preceptorship to 8A. The role focuses on developing expertise in psychological interventions like Dialectical Behaviour Therapy or Schema Therapy. There are funded training opportunities available after 6 months of probation, within 2 years of appointment, with a commitment to stay at least 3 years. The training will be matched to service needs and approved by the service manager.
Main duties of the job
Based within MDTs covering Chelmsford and Braintree, you will work alongside professionals from various backgrounds, providing psychological interventions to complex cases. You will become proficient in delivering evidence-based psychological treatments (e.g., DBT or Schema Therapy) and contribute to program management. Skills in multidisciplinary planning and respectful team relationships are essential.
About us
EPUT values Care, Learn, and Empower. Benefits include:
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS staff discounts
* Training opportunities
* Leave trading schemes
* Bank shifts for experience
* Salary sacrifice schemes
* Flexible working from day one
We support flexible working; applicants can request flexible arrangements from the start.
Join our Staff bank to take on shifts across our hospitals and community settings. All permanent staff are enrolled, with options to work additional shifts if desired.
Job description
This role offers the chance to work in supportive MDTs with experienced colleagues. We seek someone skilled in psychological assessments and interventions, capable of managing high-risk clients with complex emotional needs, often trauma backgrounds. Please refer to the detailed job description and person specification for more information.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications and Experience
* Doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology, including psychopathology, psychometrics, neuropsychology, multiple therapies, and lifespan development, accredited by HCPC.
* Experience as a qualified Psychologist in the NHS or private sector.
* Evidence of CPD.
Additional requirements
* Criminal record check via DBS.
* Current UK professional registration.
* Eligibility for Skilled Worker sponsorship (if applicable).
Further details on responsibilities and specifications are available in the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
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