Lead Neuropsychologist

Position Overview

Welcome Bonus: £6000 (Subject to Terms & Conditions)

An exceptional opportunity has emerged for a seasoned and accredited Lead Neuropsychologist specializing in neurorehabilitation to join our team at Brainkind. We are in search of a Lead Neuropsychologist who can guarantee the delivery and enhancement of superior, innovative, and evidence-based neuropsychological rehabilitation practices.

Compensation:

• Annual salary ranging from £56,164 to £65,262, depending on experience.
• £6000 Welcome Bonus.
• 38 days of annual leave, inclusive of public holidays (pro rata).
• Support for QiCN Sponsorship.
• Outstanding training and development opportunities.
• Group life insurance.
• Awards for long service and staff recognition.
• Complimentary parking.
• Nationwide employee discounts, including gym memberships, dining, and shopping.
• Blue Light Card offering discounts for NHS, emergency services, social care professionals, and armed forces members.

Key Responsibilities:

Your role will encompass:

• Ensuring the provision and advancement of high-quality, innovative, and evidence-based neuropsychological rehabilitation practices.
• Conducting specialized psychological assessments of our clients using various psychological and neuropsychological tools, self-report scales, structured observations, and interviews.
• Formulating and executing specialized psychological treatment plans for mental health and adjustment challenges based on a comprehensive psychological understanding and current best practices.
• Providing expert psychological advice to the multidisciplinary team regarding therapeutic approaches or intervention strategies and overseeing their execution.
• Engaging in multidisciplinary team meetings focused on the delivery and development of clinical services.
• Assisting Service Managers and Regional Managers in all aspects of service management and reporting to the Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist.

About Brainkind:

Brainkind is a prominent charity in the UK dedicated to supporting individuals with acquired brain injuries, autism, and learning or physical disabilities, enabling them to lead as independent lives as possible. Our teams throughout the UK are committed to helping individuals progress in their personal journeys, and it is a rewarding experience to contribute to their development.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Good honors degree in Psychology (2:1 or above).
• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent accredited by the BPS, with HCPC registration.
• Registered Clinical Psychologist with HCPC.
• Member of the BPS.
• Postgraduate training in Neuropsychology through an accredited route for the QiCN.
• Ability to articulate and convey complex and sensitive information effectively across diverse settings and audiences.

Desirable:

• Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology and membership in the Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists.
• Clinical supervision training for Doctoral trainees.
• Postgraduate training in psychological therapy models.
• Proficiency in long-term planning and organization for the delivery of specialized services in alignment with national policies and best practices.
• Strong management skills for specialist professional staff and clinical service operations.