An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Lead Psychologist to work in an exceptional rehabilitation service based in the Widnes, Cheshire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This is a state-of-the-art facility which has two areas; a locked assessment and rehabilitation for women with complex mental health needs and personality difficulties
- To be considered for this position you must be registered with the HCPC, BPS accredited and a Chartered Member of the BPS
As the Lead Psychologist your key responsibilities include :
Attending and contributing to Clinical Leads and Hospital Governance MeetingsSupporting the provision of psychology services in a specified area, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teamsParticipating fully with the multidisciplinary team and ensure that the service user is fully engaged in their care pathwaySupporting clinical team working, including both direct interventions and the delivery of staff training programmesSupporting the clinical team and area of service in developing new initiatives and ways of workingTaking a key role in Psychology service developments, providing an evidence-based approach to new clinical initiativesMaximising current opportunities to make improvements to the service area.Participating in the recruitment of junior psychology staffSupporting in the development and implementation of policies that enhance staff safety and risk managementWorking with internal and external agencies in order to enhance treatment pathways for service usersThe following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role :
Competence in assessing, formulating, and working therapeutically with service usersAbility to identify and proactively resolve problems and challenges within the serviceAbility to supervise junior members of the teamKnowledge and understanding of working with traumaExperience in working with people with complex needs that are relevant to the population in the service areaCompetency in psychological assessments and formulation skills and an aptitude for learning new assessment methodsThe successful Lead Psychologist will receive an excellent salary up to £70,000 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 37.5 hours a week working through days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits :
The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off!Free meals and parkingWellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balanceCareer development and training to help you achieve your career goalsPension contribution to secure your futureLife Assurance for added peace of mindEnhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special timeReference ID : 7015
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV
