Lead Clinical Psychologist in Secondary Care

3 weeks ago

Barking, Greater London, United Kingdom NELFT NHS Foundation Trust Full time

About NELFT NHS Foundation Trust

At NELFT, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our organization is recognized for its commitment to quality care, as evidenced by our CQC rating of Good. We operate across diverse regions, providing essential community and mental health services to both adults and children.

Our Commitment to Staff

We prioritize the well-being and professional growth of our employees. NELFT has received accolades for its equality and diversity initiatives, and we actively promote staff health and wellness. As a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, we are dedicated to creating a compassionate workplace culture.

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated clinical or counselling psychologist to assume a pivotal leadership role within the secondary care psychological services in Barking & Dagenham. This newly established position underscores the critical need for psychological expertise and leadership in secondary care settings, including the integration of Community Psychology into our service offerings.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a highly regarded team of psychologists committed to delivering exceptional care to service users and their families. We are looking for an individual who shares our vision of adhering to best practices and national guidelines while demonstrating flexibility and creativity in developing innovative psychological services.

Main Responsibilities

The successful applicant will:

  • Provide operational and clinical leadership for psychologists within secondary care mental health services.
  • Support the implementation of best practice guidelines and contribute to ongoing projects aimed at transforming secondary services.
  • Engage in both direct and indirect clinical work, offering specialized assessments, interventions, and consultations to individuals and teams.
  • Undertake operational tasks that facilitate effective service delivery and represent psychological services at various organizational levels.

Working Environment

At NELFT, we ensure that new employees receive a comprehensive induction process, allowing them to integrate smoothly into our Trust. This includes mandatory training and opportunities to engage with senior leadership and key organizational processes.

Probationary Period

All new hires will undergo a probationary period, with specific exemptions for internal applicants.

Compensation

This role includes a High-Cost Area Supplement, enhancing the overall remuneration package.

Detailed Job Responsibilities

The role requires working under the guidance of secondary care psychological leads, ensuring ample support for the post-holder. The position entails 30 hours of work per week, including supervisory responsibilities and operational leadership. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in multidisciplinary collaboration and service development.

We encourage candidates to review the detailed job description and person specification to understand the expectations and requirements of this role.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

  • HCPC registration as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist.
  • Experience in psychological assessment and treatment for clients with complex psychological needs in adult mental health.
  • Proficiency in managing high-risk cases and severe mental health challenges.
  • Experience working with hard-to-reach populations and knowledge of assertive outreach principles.
  • Post-qualification experience in teaching, training, and consultation.
  • Leadership experience in initiatives addressing health inequalities.

Benefits of Working with Us

NELFT is committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements and comprehensive support for our employees. Our dedication to equality and diversity is reflected in our supportive networks and initiatives aimed at enhancing the workplace experience for all staff.

We believe in empowering our employees to bring their authentic selves to work, ultimately leading to the best care for our patients.

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