B7 Specialist Clinical or Counselling Psychologist

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider is seeking Clinical or Counselling Psychologists. You will work within the Community Mental Health Recovery Service, providing assessments and therapies to adults facing severe mental health challenges. The role includes collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to create tailored care plans, ensuring high standards of clinical practice. Opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment are provided.

Benefits

Regular supervision and training

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing support

Free parking

Qualifications

• Must be registered with HCPC or soon eligible.
• Experience in community mental health team or secondary care services is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialist psychology services, including assessments and therapies.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop care plans.

Skills

Assessment

Psychological Therapies

Communication

Advocacy

Education

Registration with HCPC

Job description

We welcome Clinical or Counselling Psychologists to apply for this post. We offer regular supervision, CPD events, and training. You will have opportunities to connect with psychologists working in this locality of our Trust.

It is desirable to have experience working in a community mental health team or secondary care services. Access to a car is important as this is a community-based role.

In our Community Mental Health Recovery Service (CMHRS), we see adults with complex, severe, and enduring mental health problems. The principles and philosophy of care are based on the recovery model. We offer NICE evidence-based interventions. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing highly specialist psychology services, including assessment and delivery of group or individual psychological therapies. They will work closely with other psychologists and multidisciplinary team members such as Mental Health Practitioners, Community Psychiatric Nurses, and Psychiatrists. They will also interface with teams like Home Treatment Teams and Inpatient services, actively involved in assessment and evidence-based psychological interventions.

Applicants must be registered with HCPC or be eligible for registration soon.

The role involves being professionally and legally responsible for all clinical work and care, maintaining high standards in accordance with HCPC guidelines, professional standards, and Trust policies. The candidate must act within the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act (2005), and be aware of safeguarding policies and legislation.

Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive psychological and cognitive assessments, formulating and evaluating interventions, involving clients in developing their care plans, advocating for their dignity and preferences, and adapting communication to meet individual needs. The role also involves undertaking risk assessments and developing risk management plans.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details.

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental, and substance misuse services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are committed to high-quality, accessible care that promotes recovery and well-being.

We are among the top 10 mental health, learning disability, and community trusts to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive, supportive employer offering staff networks, flexible working, free parking, and excellent health and wellbeing support, along with opportunities for professional development.

Surrey is a beautiful county just 30 minutes from Central London and the South Coast, with historic towns, countryside, and excellent transport links, including Gatwick and Heathrow airports.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts early once sufficient applications are received.

Due to UK Home Office requirements, we cannot offer sponsorship for all roles. Applications for roles without sponsorship eligibility will be rejected.

We look forward to receiving your application!

For further details or informal visits, contact: Dr Vandana Gupta, Consultant Counselling Psychologist, Email: [e-mail]