The candidate appointed will be joining a well-established MDT who provide integrated care and treatment for adult service users with a range of mental health needs. The successful candidate will help develop the psychological input within this hospital. You will have experience and knowledge in carrying a designated caseload, including assessing service users with complex needs, and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatment within adult mental health services. The candidate should be committed and comfortable working in an MDT setting and offering advice and consultation to other professional colleagues. The post-holder will contribute to staff training and staff support including reflective practice spaces.

As the Principal Clinical / Forensic / Counselling Psychologist you will :

• Conduct individual therapy sessions with clients experiencing a range of emotional distress.
• Perform comprehensive psychological assessments and formulations.
• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure integrated and holistic care.
• Administer and interpret psychometric tests to support diagnostic and therapeutic processes.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions, applying evidence-based practices to address a range of needs.
• Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to individual client needs.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in accordance with professional standards and regulations.
• Take a key role in service development.
• Contribute to MDT care planning and review.
• Contribute to professional development within the team.
• Contribute to audit and research.
• Engage in CPD.

Qualifications and Experience :

Please note that this is a fixed term contract to cover Maternity Leave. The length of the role is expected to be for between 9 and 12 months.

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