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Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Are you an outstanding Qualified Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care? Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team. We need a Qualified Psychologist who's passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs. You will be joining us on a 6-9 month FTC, working part time, 30hrs per week across 4 days. Maximising positive outcomes &amp; recovery for our service users - it's a challenging, satisfying vocation. So if you care about making a difference - every day - we want to hear from you. Cygnet Hospital Maidstone: Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is our state-of-the-art, 65 bed mental health facility for adults situated in the Kent Medical Campus in Maidstone. Cygnet Hospital Maidstone is purpose built to meet the latest national specifications for improving mental health within a therapeutic environment. The hospital will provide an important and much-needed service for local patients from Kent. Your Day-to-Day... <ul> <li>Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)</li> <li>Carry out psychological assessments &amp; provide therapy to individuals &amp; groups</li> <li>Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT</li> <li>Provide training &amp; supervision to colleagues, &amp; consultation to teams </li> <li>Evaluate the service, contribute to its development &amp; carry out clinical research</li> <li>Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.</li> </ul> We are looking for someone who is... <ul> <li>A HCPC registered Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist with experience in a Clinical, forensic or mental health setting</li> <li>Experience in rehab in-patient settings</li> <li>Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBT </li> <li>Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs</li> <li>Capable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical &amp; verbal aggression, history of sexual offending and drug &amp; alcohol problems.</li> </ul> Why Cygnet? We'll offer you... <ul> <li>Strong career progression opportunities into management roles </li> <li>Monthly reflective practice, &amp; support with CPD opportunities</li> <li>Expert clinical supervision &amp; peer support</li> <li>Employee referral scheme</li> <li>Pension scheme</li> <li>"Cycle to work" scheme &amp; employee discount saving.</li> </ul> Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Ready to make a positive change? If interested, please apply below or forward your cv to <a href="mailto:vickylinstead@cygnethealth.co.uk" target="_blank">vickylinstead@cygnethealth.co.uk</a> Join us! In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users &amp; their families. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply

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Qualified Psychologist - Clinical/Counselling/Forensic

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Are you an outstanding Qualified Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care? Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team. We need a Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist who's passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs. You will be joining our team on a part time, 16hrs per week basis working across 2 days. Maximising positive outcomes &amp; recovery for our patients - it's a challenging, satisfying vocation. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work. So if you care about making a difference - every day - we want to hear from you. Cygnet Broughton House: Broughton House is a 29 bed specialist residential service for adults with autism and who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care. Broughton House is divided into five distinct areas to support individuals within smaller environments. The main part of the building offers nine beds, with four beds in both the Coach House and The Flat. On-site there are two separate properties, Sutton House and Sandbeck House, each with six beds. Your Day-to-Day... <ul> <li>You'll be working 16 hours a week </li> <li>Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)</li> <li>Carry out psychological assessments &amp; provide therapy to individuals &amp; groups</li> <li>Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT</li> <li>Provide training &amp; supervision to colleagues, &amp; consultation to teams </li> <li>Evaluate the service, contribute to its development &amp; carry out clinical research</li> <li>Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.</li> </ul> We are looking for someone who is... <ul> <li>A HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting</li> <li>Newly qualified and applicants due to qualify within 6 months are welcome to apply</li> <li>Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBT </li> <li>Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs</li> <li>Capable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical &amp; verbal aggression, history of sexual offending and drug &amp; alcohol problems.</li> </ul> Why Cygnet? We'll offer you... <ul> <li>Strong career progression opportunities into management roles </li> <li>Monthly reflective practice, &amp; support with CPD opportunities</li> <li>Expert clinical supervision &amp; peer support</li> <li>Employee referral scheme</li> <li>Pension scheme</li> <li>"Cycle to work" scheme &amp; employee discount saving.</li> </ul> Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Ready to make a positive change? Please click on the 'apply now' link below. Join us! In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users &amp; their families. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply

Qualified Psychologist - Part time

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Are you an outstanding Qualified Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care? Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team. We need a Lead Psychologist who's passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs and associated learning disabilities and challenging behaviour. Maximising positive outcomes &amp; recovery for our patients- it's a challenging, satisfying vocation. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work. So if you care about making a difference - every day - we want to hear from you. Cygnet Wallace Hospital: Situated in a residential area of Dundee, Cygnet Wallace Hospital is an 18 bed specialist high dependency complex care service providing assessment and treatment for individuals with learning disabilities, with or without autistic spectrum disorder, as well as complex needs and behaviours. Your Day-to-Day... <ul> <li>You'll be working 40 hours a week </li> <li>Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)</li> <li>Carry out psychological assessments &amp; provide therapy to individuals &amp; groups</li> <li>Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT</li> <li>Provide training &amp; supervision to colleagues, &amp; consultation to teams </li> <li>Evaluate the service, contribute to its development &amp; carry out clinical research</li> <li>Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.</li> </ul> We are looking for someone who is... <ul> <li>A HCPC registered Clinical/Forensic or Counselling Psychologist with experience in a clinical forensic or mental health setting</li> <li>Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBT </li> <li>Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs</li> <li>Capable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical &amp; verbal aggression, history of sexual offending and drug &amp; alcohol problems.</li> </ul> Why Cygnet? We'll offer you... <ul> <li>Competitive Salary: Up to £70,000pa DOE</li> <li>Strong career progression opportunities into management roles </li> <li>Monthly reflective practice, &amp; support with CPD opportunities</li> <li>Expert clinical supervision &amp; peer support</li> <li>Employee referral scheme</li> <li>Pension scheme</li> <li>"Cycle to work" scheme &amp; employee discount saving.</li> </ul> Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Ready to make a positive change? Please click on the 'apply now' link below. Join us! In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users &amp; their families. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply

Lead Psychologist

Sessional Registered Psychologist Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology Employment Type: Contract Location: Priory Wellbeing Centre - Canterbury Compensation: £70.00 / hour Description Priory Wellbeing Centre Canterbury is looking to recruit a Registered Psychologist to join the team. This is a sessional role, and hours will depend on the centre's needs. Priory Wellbeing Centre Canterbury is conveniently situated right in the heart of Canterbury's city centre, offering easy access to all. Our expert team can deliver established outpatient treatment for a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement, addictions and eating disorders. We provide high quality support to adults, adolescents, children and couples, offering rapid access to effective treatment to get you or your loved ones back on track. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Psychologist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients. You will also;<ul> <li>Perform comprehensive psychological assessments and formulations</li> <li>Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure integrated and holistic care</li> <li>Support individual or group therapies</li> </ul> You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. We're looking for someone trained in delivering ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview, Revised) assessments to support both our CAMHS and Adult ASC pathways. In this role, you'll work onsite and offer a flexible mix of face-to-face and remote sessions for general psychology referrals, while ADI-R assessments can be carried out fully remotely if you prefer. To join us, you'll need to hold HCPC accreditation or an equivalent qualification. What we will give you in return Priory is seeking skilled and compassionate individuals to join us on a sessional, self-employed basis. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work within a respected healthcare provider, delivering specialist mental health and wellbeing services. If you're committed to making a difference and want to work in a supportive, professional environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Our service offers,<ul> <li>DBS paid for by Priory</li> <li>Free on-site parking or reduced parking rates</li> <li>Supplemented meals</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.

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Sessional Registered Psychologist

Are you passionate about making a difference in mental health care? Join Badby Park as a Clinical Psychologist and play a vital role in delivering evidence-based interventions that transform lives. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will ensure service users are fully engaged in their care pathway and receive high-quality, person-centred treatment. This is an opportunity to contribute to innovative therapeutic approaches and service development while supporting people on their journey to recovery. In this role, you will provide psychological assessments using a range of tools and techniques, integrating complex data to formulate tailored treatment plans. You will implement individual and group interventions, adjusting and refining formulations to meet patient needs. Alongside direct clinical work, you will contribute to service improvement initiatives, research and audits, ensuring our practices remain aligned with best practice and clinical governance standards. You will also support staff development through training programmes and provide supervision to Assistant Psychologists, helping to build a strong and skilled team. As the Clinical Psychologist, you will: <ul> <li> Support the provision of psychology services in a specified area, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and under the direction and supervison of a Senior/Principal/Consultant or Lead Psychologist. </li> <li> Participate fully with the multidisciplinary team and ensure that the patient is fully engaged in their care pathway. </li> <li> Support clinical team working, including both direct interventions and the delivery of staff training programmes. </li> <li> Support the clinical team and area of service in developing new initiatives and ways of working. </li> <li> Work with internal and external agencies to enhance treatment pathways for patients. </li> </ul> To be successful in this role, you will have: <ul> <li> Successful completion of a Doctorate level qualification in applied psychology either through the British Psychological Society or a recognised training body, enabling registration with the HCPC as as Practitioner Psychologist. </li> <li> Registration with the HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist and Charterable status with the British Psychological Society. </li> <li> Experience (either pre-training, on training, or subsequently) of working with clients with complex needs that are relevant to the population in the service area. </li> <li> Competency in psychological assessment and formulation skills and an aptitude for learning new assessment methods. </li> <li> Competency with risk assessment, management, and evaluation tools. </li> <li> Clinical therapy skills - Experience using different therapeutic approaches to address a range of clinical issues. An awareness of other modalities and how they may be applied to the current service user population. </li> </ul> What You'll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: <ul> <li> Annual salary of £54,040 pro rata </li> <li> The equivalent of 25 days annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays) - plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window </li> <li> Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals </li> <li> Access to our Rewards &amp; Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! </li> <li> Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance </li> <li> Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts </li> <li> Life Assurance, for added peace of mind </li> <li> Stream - instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. </li> <li> 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be </li> <li> Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time </li> <li> Pension contribution, to help secure your future </li> <li> Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking </li> </ul> About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

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Part-Time Clinical Psychologist

Are you an experienced Senior Clinical Psychologist looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference and changes lives for the better? Join the team at Thornford Park as a Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist working 30 hours a week and enjoy support from a regional network of healthcare professionals. You will be working at Thornford Park, and will provide the Ward Psychologist role across the male and female PICU's. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork and CPD at Thornford Park, where you will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward. What you will be doing Reporting to the Consultant Clinical Psychologist, you will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of delivering strategic and clinical strategies to grow and further develop the care pathway through specialist psychological advice and consultations. You will lead and oversee the specialised psychological programme and the transdisciplinary team where you will provide supervision and training to your peers to ensure they understand the concepts and principles underpinning the framework and the specialised skills required to work successfully within this service model. You will have experience and knowledge in carrying a designated caseload, including assessing service users with complex needs, and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatment within mental health care services. We value your professional growth and offer numerous career development opportunities. Our extensive range of courses is designed to help you grow and succeed in your career. It's a career that brings pride and fulfilment a true representation of what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As a Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist you will be: <ul> <li> Autonomous in managing your own caseload, which will involve working with complex service-users. </li> <li> Attending regular clinical and service development meetings, such as MDT's, CPA's, referrals, and other hospital-wide meetings </li> <li> An integral part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team on the two PICU's </li> <li> Providing both long &amp; short-term work, which includes being able to undertake clinical assessments to determine clinical needs &amp; treatment plans. </li> <li> Providing both individual and group work to the patients. </li> <li> Maintaining monthly clinical supervision as well as regular line-management supervision </li> <li> Providing clinical supervision to nursing staff/therapy staff as appropriate and facilitating in the provision of reflective practice. </li> <li> Providing both written &amp; verbal contributions to MDT &amp; CPA process </li> <li> Supporting the MDT in the development and review of care plans </li> <li> Offering specialist clinical advice including the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care within the service </li> <li> Contributing to professional development within the team </li> <li> Contributing to teaching as part of Induction/mandatory training. </li> <li> Contributing to audit and research as directed by the line manager </li> </ul> To be successful in this role, you'll need: <ul> <li> BPS accredited and HCPC approved Doctorate. </li> <li> Have HCPC Registration. </li> <li> Chartered Member of the BPS. </li> <li> Evidence of engagement in mental health networks. </li> <li> Post-doctoral level knowledge and application of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis. </li> <li> Experience in using psychological models and theories to address a range of risk and behavioural issues. </li> </ul> Where you will be working: Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET Thornford Park Hospital, part of Elysium Healthcare, is an independent 143 bedded hospital set in 23 acres of parkland on the outskirts of Newbury, Berkshire (close to the Hampshire borders). We provide services for male and female patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) who require care in conditions of medium and low security. Our service users, many of whom have forensic histories, require long-term treatment and rehabilitation and present with multiple problems, challenging and high-risk behaviour and complex care needs. In addition to the mental health wards, Thornford Park has a 14-bedded low secure service for male patients with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, commissioned by NHS England, a medium/low secure service for females with a Learning Disability, and a medium secure service for males with Learning Disability. We also have two Psychiatric Intensive Care Units, one for males and one for females, providing holistic assessment and treatment for individuals experiencing crisis. What you will get: <ul> <li> Annual salary of up to £ 57,000 pro rata </li> <li> The equivalent of 33 days annual leave pro rata - (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off! </li> <li> Free meals and parking </li> <li> Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. </li> <li> Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. </li> <li> Pension contribution to secure your future. </li> <li> Life Assurance for added peace of mind. </li> <li> Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. </li> </ul> There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. The safety of our service users and colleagues is our priority and as such we encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Part-Time Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist

Registered Psychologist Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Llanarth Court Compensation: £48,250 - £58,250 / year Description Priory Hospital Llanarth are looking for a Registered Psychologist to join the team on a full-time basis, working 37.5 hours per week. Priory Hospital Llanarth Court, located in the rural area of Usk, Monmouthshire, offers secure services for adult males and females. We provide a specialist assessment and treatment service for people with mental health conditions who present with a variety of behaviours that challenge. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a Psychologist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients You will also;<ul> <li>Provide specialist psychological assessment, formulation, and therapy for both private outpatient services and the hospital's private inpatient ward.</li> <li>Work autonomously within professional guidelines, ensuring high standards of clinical governance.</li> <li>Administer psychometric tests and evidence-based assessments as clinically indicated.</li> <li>Deliver individual and group therapy sessions as part of a dedicated, multidisciplinary team.</li> <li>Collaborate closely with Consultant Psychiatrists, Psychologists, and Psychotherapists to deliver comprehensive mental health care.</li> </ul>You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. To be considered for this role, you must hold current HCPC registration and have prior experience working in outpatient mental health services. Ideally, you will also feel confident supporting both young people and adults, bringing flexibility and sensitivity to meet a range of client needs. What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. <ul> <li>Free on-site parking</li> <li>Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave</li> <li>Enhanced maternity pay</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)</li> <li>Access to development opportunities</li> <li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li> <li>Leadership &amp; management development</li> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Refer a friend bonuses</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Registered Psychologist

Job overview We are seeking an exceptional and dynamic Senior Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join our specialist team and drive profound psychological change for adults with learning disabilities and highly complex needs (in particular, mental health difficulties and/ or challenging behaviour. The role is within the Mental Health of Learning Disability Team, alongside, psychiatry, nursing and other psychological professionals. We work closely with other teams such as social care and the community learning disability team. Base could be Maidstone, Tunbridge Wells, Gillingham, Dartford, Ashford, Canterbury or Ramsgate, so do apply if any of these locations suit you. The post holder must hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car/vehicle to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Main duties of the job Responsibilities include: To be responsible for the provision of specialist Clinical Psychology services to adults with learning disabilities and complex needs (mental health and/ or challenging behaviour) who are living in the community in Kent, as a member of the Mental Health of Learning Disability service. To undertake direct (assessment and therapeutic) and indirect (consultative, advisory and evaluative) specialist psychology interventions in line with best practice; taking substantial professional responsibility and exercising autonomous judgement in their professional practice. To work closely with colleagues in MHLD and other services to ensure timely discharge back into the community for service users who are admitted to in-patient wards. To ensure the clinical effectiveness of own practice and of service functioning by undertaking audit, research and other development activities relevant to the service. To be responsible for providing training placements for trainee clinical psychologists in this specialism. See Job Description for more detailed breakdown of duties. Working for our organisation We are the Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway. Our teams support adults with a wide range of mental health needs. Because we cover the whole county and both hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the 1.8 million people of Kent and Medway. Rated 'Good' by the CQC, we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 in the community each year. Our vision is simple: We are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. And everything we do is guided by our values caring, inclusive, curious and confident. Join us - if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's doing well together. Check out our Thanet site Detailed job description and main responsibilities WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY? • Close-knit, supportive team across Kent, with committed, experienced and passionate staff. • Regular internal CPD sessions and reflective spaces • Variety in caseload and work, including 1:1 work, family working, staff consultation and person-centred autism assessments. • Opportunity for flexible and part-time working • Support for innovative projects and personal interests, including research and publications. • Regular and supportive supervision as standard - increasing or decreasing in frequency according to need. • Consideration, reflection and discussion around aspects of identities and its impact on ourselves, our communities and our work as an integral part of our practice. • Good preceptorship support for newly-qualified psychologists Funding for further training - see job description document for what has recently been funded Please refer to the attached job description for the full details on the responsibilities and person specification We are serious about diversity and inclusion, and we are working hard to build this into our DNA. We warmly welcome applications for any of our roles from people from diverse backgrounds, and we are proactively encouraging applications from under-represented communities for our more senior roles, like this one. Person specification Training Essential criteria<ul><li>Doctorate in Clinical/Counselling Psychology/or working towards</li> <li>Good BSc in psychology, or equivalent</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Doctorate in Clinical/Counselling Psychology</li> </ul>Experience Essential criteria<ul><li>Experience working with people with learning disabilities or other additional needs</li> <li>Capacity to manage frequent exposure to highly distressing and emotive situations and disclosures.</li> <li>Capacity to tolerate frequent exposure to unpredictable working conditions including demanding, verbally aggressive clients and deal with physical aggression appropriately.</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Experience working with people with learning disabilities</li> <li>Record of having published in peerreviewed, academic or professional journals and/or books.</li> </ul>Knowledge and Skills Essential criteria<ul><li>Ability to comprehend and communicate verbally and in writing highly complex and sensitive information in a manner appropriate to a range of settings and audiences, including highly emotive situations with a range of clients and others including people with significant communication difficulties.</li> <li>Ability to gather and analyse complex clinical information from complex from a range of sources, and integrating it into a formulation utilising a variety of psychological models.</li> <li>Adequate keyboard skills and sound understanding of I.T. packages</li> <li>Ability to organise own workload effectively, prioritising a complex range of tasks and responsibilities to meet agreed deadlines.</li> <li>Ability to administer accurately and efficiently complex psychometric text materials.</li> </ul>Important Information: In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, it may be necessary to bring the closing date forward. Please submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Due to the high volume of applications received, it is not possible to respond individually to your application. Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the vacancy closing, please assume that your application has not been successful. Probation Period. New employees external to the trust are subject to a six-month probationary period. To deliver an effective service it is essential in some of our roles that you are able to travel between work bases in a timely manner. Production of false or forged documents/qualifications in order to obtain employment is a criminal offence and will be reported to the Police. Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Certain roles are subject to criminal record che

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Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist

Consultant Psychologist - Inpatient CAMHS and EDU Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Cheadle Royal Compensation: £68,250 / year Description Priory Hospital Cheadle is looking to recruit a Consultant Psychologist to join the team On our inpatient CAMHS and EDU ward. This is a full time role of 37.5 hours. Set within picturesque landscaped gardens in Stockport, Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal offers a range of comprehensive inpatient mental health services for young people and adults. The focus of our service is to help people to live their best life in a safe and supportive environment. What you'll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients<ul> <li>You will contribute to the development of, and audit of services, at your site and more broadly when required and asked by your Head of Psychology. </li> <li>You will work with a dynamic multi-professional team leading development of individual formulations and psychological assessment. With the support of other members of the psychology team, you will support the development and delivery of behavioural and other psychological interventions for patients and service users and provide appropriately developed psychologically informed guidance to reduce risks, aid recovery and independence. </li> <li>You will provide support and guidance to other psychologists, assistants and trainee psychologists. </li> <li>You will be working with clients with complex needs that are relevant to the population in the service area. </li> </ul> You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you'll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. The ideal candidate will have a confident grasp of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) along with proficiency in at least two other therapeutic modalities, one of which should include training in interventions suitable for working with location-specific or relevant clinical disorders. They should demonstrate a solid understanding and application of therapeutic principles, with a willingness to undertake additional training if not already completed. Experience in working with complex clients and delivering highly specialist interventions is essential, as is the ability to operate at a strategic level. Training in clinical supervision, as well as experience in conducting assessments relevant to the specific environment and population, is required. Additionally, the candidate should bring leadership and management experience, alongside proven skills in service planning and development. For more information about the role, you can email <a href="mailto:Farahgigani@priorygroup.com" target="_blank">Farahgigani@priorygroup.com</a> What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. <ul> <li>Free on-site parking</li> <li>Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave</li> <li>Enhanced maternity pay</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)</li> <li>Access to development opportunities</li> <li>Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel</li> <li>Leadership &amp; management development</li> <li>Long service award</li> <li>Refer a friend bonuses</li> </ul> Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Consultant Psychologist - Inpatient CAMHS and EDU

Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Bermondsey, Close to Surrey Quays station. Please note that this service has step free and lift access. Work from home may be possible, as per prior to agreement. Salary: £50,000 (Full time equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. Please note that you may be required to work outside the hours as per service and resident requirements About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice.</li><li>Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics.</li><li>Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement.</li><li>Exercising clinical responsibility for residents' psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions.</li><li>Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident's diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community.</li><li>Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs.</li><li>Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.</li></ul>About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We're looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You'll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you'll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for:<ul><li>Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology</li><li>Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting</li><li>Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others</li><li>Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others</li><li>Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision</li><li>Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement</li><li>Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise</li><li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li></ul> Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer<ul><li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li><li>Employer Pension Contribution</li><li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li><li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li><li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li><li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li><li>Emp</li></ul>

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