Lead Clinical Psychologist

4 weeks ago

Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Overview

The Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our dedicated team. This role requires a professional who can operate independently, making informed and high-level clinical decisions.

The successful candidate will provide specialized psychological services to children and adolescents, guiding them through assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing support.

You will collaborate with families, educational staff, and healthcare professionals to promote mental well-being among young individuals. Your expertise will be crucial in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of psychological interventions against established benchmarks.

This position is part-time, requiring a commitment of 30 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

Main Duties

As a vital member of our integrated clinical team, your responsibilities will include:

  1. Delivering specialized psychological assessments and interventions for children and young people experiencing various mental health challenges.
  2. Providing therapeutic support within community settings, schools, and family homes.
  3. Conducting comprehensive evaluations to inform treatment plans and recommendations.
  4. Utilizing advanced psychological tools and techniques to enhance patient care.
  5. Offering training and guidance to families and professionals involved in the care of children and adolescents.
  6. Maintaining accountability for your caseload and ensuring high standards of practice.
  7. Engaging effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including families and multidisciplinary teams.
Working for Our Organization

The Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is committed to delivering exceptional health and care services, focusing on mental health, learning disabilities, and community health. Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve their fullest potential through compassionate, person-centered care.

We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation for care, as recognized by regulatory bodies. Our organization offers a variety of career opportunities at different levels, making it an ideal place for both new and experienced professionals.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive recruitment process that values diversity and promotes equality.

Our comprehensive induction program is designed to equip new staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to thrive within our organization.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

For a complete overview of the role and responsibilities, please refer to the detailed job description provided.

Our recruitment process is competency-based, focusing on the values and behaviors that align with our organizational ethos. Candidates will participate in a values-based interview to assess their fit within our team.

We encourage applicants to reflect on our core values, which include Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion, and Commitment, and to provide examples that demonstrate these values in their application.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Criteria
  • Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent.
Desirable Criteria
  • Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Experience Essential Criteria
  • Proven experience in delivering psychological services to children and young people.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.
  • Ability to implement and evaluate change effectively.
  • Proficient IT skills.
Desirable Criteria
  • Experience in community-based psychological practice.
Knowledge and Expertise Essential Criteria
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across different organizations.
  • Experience in applying research to clinical practice.

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