At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide psychological assessments and interventions for individuals with emotional and developmental challenges.
- Company: Join a leading mental health service dedicated to improving lives.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for research and service development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people with learning disabilities.
- Qualifications: Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and registration with HCPC required.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
To provide high-quality psychological assessment, formulation, intervention, and consultation services to individuals experiencing emotional, behavioural, mental health, or developmental difficulties. The Clinical Psychologist will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families, carers, and external agencies to promote positive outcomes and psychological wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments using interviews, psychometric tests, observations, and review of records.
- Develop evidence-based psychological formulations to understand presenting difficulties.
- Deliver individual, group, and family-based psychological interventions.
- Design and implement treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Monitor and evaluate treatment outcomes, adjusting interventions as required.
Therapeutic Services
- Provide evidence-based therapies such as:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Trauma-informed interventions
- Systemic and family therapies
- Support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioural difficulties, neurodevelopmental disorders, and other mental health conditions.
Consultation and Multidisciplinary Working
- Work collaboratively with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, support workers, and other professionals.
- Provide psychological consultation and advice to staff, carers, and partner agencies.
- Contribute to care planning and risk management processes.
Risk Assessment and Safeguarding
- Undertake risk assessments relating to self-harm, suicide, abuse, neglect, and challenging behaviour.
- Participate in safeguarding procedures and child/adult protection processes.
- Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional and legal requirements.
Training and Supervision
- Provide training and psychoeducation to staff, families, and carers.
- Offer clinical supervision to assistant psychologists, trainees, and other staff where appropriate.
- Support the development of psychologically informed services.
Service Development and Research
- Participate in service evaluation, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to research projects and implementation of evidence-based practice.
- Assist in developing policies, procedures, and clinical pathways.
Qualifications
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy or equivalent).
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Eligibility for membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
- Post-qualification experience working with relevant client groups.
Desirable
- Additional specialist training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
- Experience in leadership, supervision, or service development.
- Experience working within multidisciplinary healthcare settings.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong assessment, formulation, and intervention skills.
- Knowledge of psychological models and evidence-based treatments.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage complex clinical presentations.
- Understanding of safeguarding and risk management.
- Competence in report writing and maintaining clinical records.
Desirable
- Experience with neuropsychological assessments.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care.
- Experience delivering staff training and supervision.
Personal Attributes
- Compassionate and person-centred approach.
- Strong ethical and professional standards.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Resilient and adaptable in challenging situations.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
Typical Working Environments
- NHS services.
- Mental health hospitals.
- Community mental health teams.
- Children's services (CAMHS).
- Learning disability services.
- Rehabilitation centres.
- Residential care settings.
- Private practice.
- Educational settings.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timely completion of assessments and reports.
- Positive treatment outcomes and service-user satisfaction.
- Compliance with HCPC and organisational standards.
- Contribution to multidisciplinary care planning.
- Participation in audits, research, and service improvement activities.
Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - CAMHS Learning Disabilities in England employer: MUVE Healthcare Group
As a Clinical Psychologist at our CAMHS Learning Disabilities service, you will join a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team dedicated to promoting the psychological wellbeing of children and young people. We offer a nurturing work culture that prioritises professional development through training and supervision opportunities, ensuring you can grow your skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. Located in a vibrant community, our organisation values compassion and innovation, providing a unique environment where your contributions are recognised and celebrated.
