Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Adult Wards

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Hertsmere; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Hertfordshire seeks a committed Clinical/Counselling Psychologist for Adult Wards. This permanent full-time position involves providing specialist psychological services, conducting assessments, and preparing reports via collaborative practices. With an excellent salary of £53,000 and substantial benefits including 33 days of annual leave, free meals, and career development opportunities, this role is perfect for dedicated professionals ready to make a difference in mental health care.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Free meals and parking

Wellbeing support and activities

24 hour GP Service

Career development and training

Pension contribution

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity Package

Qualifications

• Must be qualified and registered with the HCPC.
• Understanding of evidence-based psychological practice is essential.
• Experience in inpatient work is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Provide a specialist psychology service to patients.
• Undertake specialist assessments and run therapeutic groups.
• Prepare clinical reports as required.

Skills

BPS recognised psychology degrees

Understanding of evidence-based psychological practice

Experience in applying psychological knowledge to a psychiatric setting

Experience in inpatient work

Education

Degree in psychology

Job description

Overview

An outstanding job opportunity has arisen for a committed Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Adult Wards to work in an exceptional hospital clinic based in the Hertfordshire area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers.

This special clinic offers CAMHS Tier 4 low secure services for young people with a wide range of disorders and complex needs.

Requirements

To be considered for this position you must be qualified hold a degree in psychology and registered with the HCPC.

Key Responsibilities

• Working autonomously to provide a specialist psychology service to patients as agreed by Consultant Psychiatrist, Therapies Lead, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and in discussion with wider MDT.
• Undertaking specialist assessments.
• Be involved in running therapeutic groups on the ward as agreed.
• Ensuring that all clinical work is adequately recoded in the electronic patient record.
• Attending ward rounds (and other MDT meetings), case conferences, CPAs as required, and provide reports in advance for these in accordance with local procedures.
• Preparing clinical reports as required, e.g. assessment reports, discharge summaries.
• Liaising with internal and external colleagues as required.
• Completing all recording and reporting tasks associated with clinical work.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Have BPS recognised psychology degrees.
• Understanding of evidence-based psychological practice.
• Experience of applying psychological knowledge to a psychiatric setting.
• Experience in inpatient work preferable but not essential.

Salary and Benefits

The successful Psychologist will receive an excellent salary of £53,000 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through day shifts.

In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off!
• Free meals and parking.
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
• 24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
• Pension contribution to secure your future.
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
• Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.

How to Apply

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [e-mail].