Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Old Age Mental Health

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join the Stepped Care Therapy Team within Older People's Mental Health Services. The role involves delivering psychological assessments, formulating interventions, and providing consultation within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate is qualified, registered with HCPC, and passionate about enhancing the mental health of older adults. Opportunities for professional development are available, within a supportive community-focused environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Doctoral level training in clinical psychology with accreditation.
• Registration with HCPC or pending registration.
• Post-doctoral training in specialized psychological practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver psychological assessments and interventions to clients.
• Provide consultation to non-psychology colleagues.
• Supervise psychological assessment and therapy by other practitioners.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Psychological formulation

Emotional resilience

Education

Doctoral level training in clinical psychology

Registration with HCPC

Tools

Psychological assessment tools

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join the Stepped Care Therapy Team within Older People's Mental Health Services. The role involves delivering psychological assessments, formulating interventions, and providing consultation within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate is qualified, registered with HCPC, and passionate about enhancing the mental health of older adults. Opportunities for professional development are available, within a supportive community-focused environment.