Care Manager

Safe Hands Supported Lodgings ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A support organization in Birmingham is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to develop assessment and intervention plans for adults with learning difficulties. The role involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing psychological support, and contributing to service development. Essential qualifications include a Doctoral degree in Psychology and HCPC registration. The position offers a competitive pension scheme, training allowances, and flexible working options.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Competitive pension scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC.
• Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling Psychology.
• Experience in multidisciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans.
• Join a multidisciplinary team for effective patient care.
• Support ongoing development of psychological therapy.

Skills

Registered with the HCPC

Excellent communication skills

Multidisciplinary working experience

Knowledge of trauma-informed practice

Time management

Education

Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling Psychology

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our team who will contribute to bespoke assessment and intervention plans for the adults we support. This is a wide and varied role ideal for those looking for a new challenge where you can truly have an impact on shaping services and driving change. Care First aims to improve the quality of life for adults with learning difficulties/disabilities, autism and mental health difficulties. Our service offers support through both practical and vocational training. The post is located within Care First – Pheasey, Walsall area.

Responsibilities

• Join a new clinical MDT that includes Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy to facilitate multidisciplinary working.
• Develop and deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for adults supported by the service.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of an enhanced psychological therapy offer, supporting apprentices, students and therapy assistants.
• Work within the service policies, MDT, and Clinical Governance structures to support future development and ensure quality assurance.
• Help create empowering environments where adults flourish and can live with greater independence.
• Support CPD goals through the group’s framework, including access to supervision and training opportunities.

Essential Criteria / Qualifications

• Registered with the HCPC.
• Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to the introduction of the Doctorate).
• Relevant experience in related settings or with the relevant client group.
• Experience of effective multidisciplinary working and communicating with families/relatives and carers.
• Experience of working across different organisational systems (service development, group and individual levels).
• Experience using the assess–plan–do–review model and using consultation as a service delivery method.
• Competence in core areas of psychological practice and knowledge of trauma-informed practice and neuro-diversity.
• Ability to develop formulations to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others.
• Ability to deliver training to different cohorts and to write coherent clinical records, reports and intervention plans.
• Excellent communication skills for complex matters; effective IT skills or aptitude to learn them.
• Ability to work with a range of professionals and demonstrate CPD evidence and independent clinical decision-making when necessary.
• Excellent time management, organisational skills and ability to prioritise multiple demands.
• Willingness to travel on company business and to work within the group’s safeguarding framework.
• Experience of working with client groups such as neuro-diverse individuals or those with social, emotional and mental health needs, and experience providing supervision to others.

Benefits and Additional Information

• £2,000 training allowance and ongoing CPD support.
• Competitive pension scheme, life assurance, and access to wellbeing resources.
• Flexible working considerations, with potential part-time arrangements and full-time possibilities discussed at offer.
• 40-hour contract details: 37.5 hours per week with overlaps to core school hours; part-time considered.
• Full details on leave, salary progression, and other benefits will be discussed at offer stage.

About Outcomes First Group

Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of high-quality education with sites across England, Scotland and Wales. Our vision is to empower every learner with a world-class education that nurtures potential and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. We are committed to safeguarding and to fair, thorough recruitment processes.