Are you a Clinical Psychologist ready to take the lead in a role where your expertise genuinely shapes lives? We are looking for someone who is committed to evidence-based care, energised by working within a skilled multidisciplinary team, and keen to build something they can be proud of. As our Clinical Psychologist, you'll be at the heart of clinical decision-making, surrounded by like-minded professionals in a department that takes psychology seriously. You will be joining a well-established and highly regarded Psychology and Therapies department who take clinical excellence seriously and support each other to deliver it. As Clinical Psychologist, you will work within the clinical lead structure to deliver high-quality, NICE evidence-based psychological interventions across the hospital.
Responsibilities
- Providing specialist psychological assessment and therapeutic interventions to inpatients across our wards
- Contributing to multidisciplinary formulation, care planning and risk management
- Participating in and contributing to clinical supervision structures for psychology and therapy staff
- Supporting the department's research, audit and service development activities
- Engaging in training placements and contributing to the professional development of more junior colleagues
- Ensuring compliance with professional standards, NICE guidelines and Nouvita's governance frameworks
- Representing the department in relevant internal and external meetings
Qualifications
- A Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) or equivalent
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Experience of working with adults in acute, PICU, rehabilitation or older adult settings (or a combination)
- Strong skills in psychological assessment, formulation and evidence-based intervention
- A collaborative and curious approach to MDT working
- Interest in or experience of research, audit or service development
- The ability to work autonomously and take initiative within a professional framework
Location & Facility
Baldock Manor is a 40-bed mental health facility for adults in various settings (two Female PICU's, and two Acute Wards), with an increased focus on psychology-led treatments. It is a flagship site of Nouvita Healthcare, a technology driven, outcomes focused and a growing care provider, made up of a hospital, nursing & residential care homes and supported living services and is on a mission to provide personalised and effective care.
Benefits
- Competitive salary from £55,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Up to 33 Days' Annual Leave (including bank holidays)
- Workplace Nursery Scheme
- Cash Back Medical Plan
- Pension Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Exclusive High Street Discounts via HCPA Academy
- Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme
- Comprehensive In-House Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 support
- Birthday leave after 1 year with us
- A genuine leadership pathway within a growing organisation
- A department that values research, CPD and professional development
- Diverse clinical exposure
- Supportive clinical supervision and a collaborative team culture
- The opportunity to help shape a developing service from the inside
