Band 7/8a Clinical Psychologist (CAMHS)

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Caernarfon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization in North Wales is offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Clinical Psychologist. This role focuses on supporting children and young people facing severe mental health challenges, with a special emphasis on eating disorders. As part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, you'll engage in assessments, interventions, and leadership initiatives aimed at service improvement. This position not only allows for professional growth through a structured development plan but also encourages collaboration and research. Join a supportive environment dedicated to equality and diversity, where your passion for helping others can truly make a difference.

Qualifications

• Eligible for Chartered status with BPS.
• Significant experience in clinical psychology practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to children and young people with severe mental health difficulties.
• Conduct assessments and develop formulations for interventions.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Assessment Skills

Intervention Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Honours degree in Psychology

HCPC Registration as a Clinical Psychologist

Postgraduate Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Clinical Supervision training

Job description

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Job Overview

We are excited to offer a permanent, 0.9wte 8a Senior Clinical Psychology post for suitably qualified, skilled, and experienced applicants in the CAMHS team covering Gwynedd and Anglesey. We are a friendly, experienced, and dynamic multi-disciplinary team based in North Wales. The eating disorders component will cover Gwynedd and Anglesey, with some appointments at the North Wales Adolescent Unit in Abergele. The core CAMHS work will be in Meirionnydd and Dwyfor.

We also welcome applications from Clinical Psychologists seeking to progress to a Senior Clinical Psychologist role. The successful candidate will initially be appointed at Band 7 with a development plan to achieve competencies within 6 months to 2 years, leading to promotion on successful completion.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide services to children and young people (0-18 years) with severe mental health difficulties, developing expertise in eating disorders. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing formulations, providing interventions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, offering supervision, and taking leadership in service improvement initiatives. Opportunities for audits, research, teaching, and supervision of trainees are also available.

With developments in Wales, this is an excellent time to join our team. Please contact Dr Gwenllian Parry or Dr Trish Girling for further information. The role can be considered as a development opportunity.

Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential; applications in English or Welsh are welcome.

Working for our organization

If you are passionate about helping others and seeking a new challenge, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales offers comprehensive support and a commitment to equality and diversity. We are part of the 'Disability Confident Employer' scheme. Regular email communication will be used for recruitment updates. Applications in Welsh are accepted and will be treated equally.

Job description and Person Specification

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Qualifications

• Honours degree in Psychology, eligible for Chartered status with BPS
• HCPC Registration as a Clinical Psychologist
• Postgraduate Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent
• Clinical Supervision training

Desirable qualifications

• Advanced training in research design and methodology

Experience

• Significant experience in qualified clinical psychology practice

Desirable experience

• Knowledge of various therapeutic approaches for mental health assessments

Additional details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Healthcare
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare