Band 7 Practitioner Psychologist/Psychological Therapist

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional mental health service provider in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a Band 7 Psychologist or Psychological Therapist to deliver psychological assessments and therapies for veterans facing mental health challenges. The role requires strong interpersonal skills and a relevant postgraduate qualification. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those who have served in the armed forces.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Supervision opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in complex clinical settings, particularly with trauma-informed care for veterans.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Adherence to ethical guidelines in practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations.
• Develop personalized treatment plans.
• Deliver individual or group therapy sessions.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Evidence-based therapies

Education

Relevant postgraduate qualification in psychology or psychological therapy

Job description

OpCourage, the community veterans mental health service in the South West, is seeking a Band 7 Psychologist or Psychological Therapist to join our dedicated team in the Plymouth and Paignton. This vital role involves providing psychological assessments, evidence-based therapies, and tailored interventions to veterans experiencing mental health issues, including PTSD, anxiety, and depression.

The successful candidate will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, fostering a supportive environment for veterans and their families. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations, developing personalized treatment plans, and delivering individual or group therapy sessions. In addition, effective communication and strong interpersonal skills are essential for engaging with veterans and stakeholders, ensuring a community-centered approach to care.

Candidates should possess a relevant postgraduate qualification in psychology or psychological therapy, demonstrating experience in complex clinical settings, particularly with trauma-informed care for veterans or similar populations. A commitment to professional development and adherence to ethical guidelines in practice is required.

Join us in our mission to enhance the mental well-being of veterans. This role offers opportunities for ongoing training, supervision, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who have served the UK's armed forces.