This part-time principal psychologist post sits within the psychology service at Priory Hospital Kemple View, a 90-bed hospital. The role centres on leading psychology for a designated ward or group of patients and carrying out assessments, formulation and individual and group interventions within a multidisciplinary team. The setting is a level 2 rehabilitation and secure service for adult men with mental health conditions or personality disorders, and access to a vehicle is recommended. HCPC registration is required.
What the job involves
- Leading the psychology provision for a designated ward or group of patients, as agreed with the Head of Psychology
- Undertaking comprehensive psychological assessments, formulation and evaluation to understand patients' needs and inform their care
- Delivering evidence-based individual and group psychological interventions tailored to patients' presentations and care pathways
- Providing high-quality psychological input responsive to individual needs, risks and presentations
- Working as part of the wider multidisciplinary team
- Helping to deliver and develop the psychology service within the hospital
Qualifications
- Formal training in clinical supervision
Registration & licences
Experience
- Substantial experience working with complex clients and delivering high-level interventions tailored to their needs
- Solid experience in assessments relevant to the environment and population served
- Proven leadership and management capabilities
Skills & knowledge
- Confident grasp of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- At least two additional therapeutic modalities, including one relevant to the disorders treated locally or equivalent
- Strong understanding and application of therapeutic principles
- Willingness to undertake further training where required
Nice to have
- Access to a vehicle or ability to drive (recommended, given the site location)
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