NHS
Clinical Psychologist
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Job Description
- Req#: C9246-24-1500?language=en&page=507&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Post-graduate degree (or its equivalent if trained prior to 1996) in clinical psychology, accredited by BPS
- Evidence of CPD in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
- Experience working as a qualified clinical psychologist (Band 7) and able to evidence appropriate knowledge and experience in practice to enable the post holder to clinically supervise trainee clinical psychologist
- Experience of representing psychology within MDT setting (clinical and organisational contexts).
- Skilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management.
- Post-graduate degree (or its equivalent if trained prior to 1996) in clinical psychology, accredited by BPS
- Evidence of CPD in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
- Experience working as a qualified clinical psychologist (Band 7) and able to evidence appropriate knowledge and experience in practice to enable the post holder to clinically supervise trainee clinical psychologist
- Experience of representing psychology within MDT setting (clinical and organisational contexts).
- Skilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management.
Job summary
Wedgwood Adult inpatient services are looking to recruit an 8a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist. We would also be happy to recruit a newly qualified psychologist and support them with their preceptorship.
The successful candidate would be working within a busy Therapy Team, consisting of Occupational Therapists, Assistant Psychologists, Trainee Clinical Psychologists and Peer Support workers. The team is led by a Principle Clinical Psychologist. We seek to support the patient's admission with the provision of high-quality assessment and formulations with subsequent formulation driven interventions. We work with individuals but also the wider system where appropriate. We work closely with the wider MDT who are positive about the role Psychologists can offer.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be able to draw on a variety of evidence-based models to inform their practice. The service has a core element of DBT, however training will be provided to support the candidate in their work within this paradigm. Supervision of the assistant psychologists will be a part of the role if the candidate has appropriate experience however this is not an essential criterion at point of application.
The successful candidate will offer formulation driven interventions for the patient but also on team dynamics, offer individual therapy sessions, develop meaningful risk formulations with the patients, lead the development of Psychotherapy new groups, join MDT discussions offering specialist advice for the wider MDT. Contributing to the care planning with patients, offering reflective practice and debriefs to with inpatient teams. Developing individual Positive Behaviour Support plans with patients and completing the reflective debriefs post incident.
The Therapy team seeks to develop individual's specialist interests and Successful candidates will be supported to access external training to enhance their clinical skills and continue their professional development.
The Therapy team has a strong multi-professional working approach as such the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work alongside other professionals recognising when to refer to other disciplines to enhance the patient experience.
About us
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.
Date posted
10 September 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year Pro Rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
246-WSU6610917
Job locations
Wedgwood Acute service
Wedgwood House
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for people who see challenges as opportunities and will have the ability to influence, inspire and energise others, as well as work with peoples strengths to make an all-round better working environment.
We would welcome informal visits or phone calls, please do not hesitate to contact to arrange!
For full details of your responsibilities, please see attached job description.
Job responsibilities
We are looking for people who see challenges as opportunities and will have the ability to influence, inspire and energise others, as well as work with peoples strengths to make an all-round better working environment.
We would welcome informal visits or phone calls, please do not hesitate to contact to arrange!
For full details of your responsibilities, please see attached job description.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address
Wedgwood Acute service
Wedgwood House
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
Employer's website
https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address
Wedgwood Acute service
Wedgwood House
Bury St Edmunds
IP33 2QZ
Employer's website
https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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