We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Psychologist to lead our clinical psychology services.
The successful candidate will have a passion for delivering high quality care and will be responsible for providing specialist psychological assessments, interpretation from psychological tests, semi-structured interviews, individual and group therapy. They will also consider potential risks and social needs of the client group, relevant to their diagnosis.
Key responsibilities include:
* Collaboratively developing risk assessments and care plans with the multidisciplinary team
* Working as part of a dedicated clinical team to provide a multi-disciplinary approach to rehabilitation in a therapeutic environment where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes and recovery
* Offering psychological insight and knowledge around the clinical area and providing consultation about the psychological care of the client group to staff, families and other agencies
* Training and clinical supervision of Assistant Psychologists and the APDP programme
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* HCPC registration as a Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist
* Minimum 3 years qualified experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting
* Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
* Experience in the delivery of trauma informed care
* Passion for working with people with a range of complex mental health needs
* Capability of working with difficulties such as physical & verbal aggression, history of offending, drug and alcohol problems and self-harm