Senior Podiatrist

Job overview

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR MONTHS DUE TO FUNDING

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Assistant Psychologist who has excellent interpersonal skills and experience of working with people. A commitment to clinical excellence is vital, and we welcome candidates who have the potential to develop, who can work confidently under supervision, can follow direction, have the ability to work in teams, and are adaptable and responsive to the needs of the service they are working in. This is an excellent opportunity to develop professionally within committed and supportive adult mental health services, and play an important role in supporting increasing access to psychological therapies in North Wales. This post will be based in the Central region.

Under supervision, the post-holders will learn and support psychological therapies developments in line with the stepped care model (Matrics Cymru), specifically supporting qualified mental health staff providing input to people who have mild to moderate mental health problems. The posts will be attached to qualified clinical psychologists, who will provide supervision and clinical oversight. Knowledge and experience of CBT approaches and group work would be helpful, and there will also be opportunities to learn skills within the posts. The posts will also involve supporting service evaluations, audits, and projects. You will be expected to contribute to multi-disciplinary team meetings and other meetings as appropriate.

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around ,, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.