Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - CAMHS Learning Disabilities in Cobham, Surrey

Collective Psychology is an award-winning clinic based in Kent, Surrey and online. We have enjoyed a period of growth and are looking to recruit into our established clinic in Cobham, Surrey. In addition to general mental health support, our team of clinical and counselling psychologists offers a variety of interventions from family therapy to a perinatal specialism, paediatric psychology and an under 5’s pathway. We work closely with local schools to provide joined up care for young people and free and low-cost workshops to support the local community.

We are seeking to recruit a clinical or counselling psychologist to join our busy and close-knit team with an opportunity to help us shape and deliver our valued services. In this role, you will be responsible for providing mental health assessment and treatment to clients under 18 and their families. This role is located in central Cobham, with flexibility for some additional remote work. Collective Psychology is a flexible organisation able to offer full or part time employed roles, with flexible hours including daytime, evening and Saturday work.

We'll help you learn, acquire new skills and gain further experience to support your career development. We do this by offering funded annual CPD, monthly peer supervision, reflective practice groups, supervision with the Clinical Director, your own PA and beautiful therapy rooms from which to work. Collective Psychology is an innovative provider of mental health support, always seeking to identify ways to ensure we support people as quickly as possible in order for them to live the type of life they want for themselves. As such, we will provide the opportunity for you to bring your fresh ideas to work about how we can do things differently and continue improving our offerings.

• Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology
• Demonstrated experience in providing evidence-based individual and group therapy to diverse populations and ages
• Demonstrated experience in providing evidence-based therapy to children and young people under the age of 18
• Enhanced DBS
• Strong understanding of ethical requirements and legal regulations related to mental health treatment
• Commitment to culturally competent and socially responsible practice and a demonstrated understanding of the impact of social and cultural factors on mental health and well-being
• To be responsible for assessments (including risk assessments), formulation, adjustment and recommendations for psychological care for your own caseload and supporting other members of the team in relation to their caseload
• Competency to implement a range of evidence-based psychological interventions, making evaluations and decisions about treatment options, and monitoring outcomes to ensure effectiveness for your own caseload
• To provide and maintain clear, safe and consistent boundaries with clients and network
• To provide all clinical assessments and interventions in line with Collective Psychology’s policies and operating procedures
• To maintain adherence to NICE guidelines and Collective Psychology’s clinical standards
• To maintain accurate case records on Collective Psychology’s case management system, including clinical observations, clinical notes, tests and other associated data according to Collective Psychology’s operating procedures
• To participate in regular clinical supervision
• Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC or other appropriate regulatory bodies
• Postgraduate doctoral qualification in Clinical or Counselling Psychology with HCPC registration
• A working knowledge of child and adult safeguarding legislation, as appropriate to clinical work
• Experience of routine clinical outcome monitoring
• Experience of clinical risk assessment
• The ability to use a computer competently, with a broad base of IT skills
• Strong literacy and report writing skills, with excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience of managing caseloads and applying a range of interventions with children and young people
• Experience of general CAMHS working or in a paediatric setting
• Qualification and experience in providing clinical supervision
• Skills in presentation and training other professionals
• Ability to offer face to face therapy after 4pm and/or at weekends

Full and part time opportunities available. Minimum of 2 days per week. Based at our Cobham Clinic.

Interviews will be held in our Cobham clinic on Friday 5th June.

To apply - hello@collective-psychology. Collective Psychology is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from anyone with the appropriate skills, experience and personal qualities.