Clinical Lead & Principal Psychologist, CAMHS MHST

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS organization in London is seeking a Principal Clinical Psychologist to serve as Clinical Lead for the Greenwich CAMHS Mental Health Support Team. The role involves managing mental health services and supporting a diverse team to improve the mental wellbeing of children and young people. Candidates must have Doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology and experience within Child and Adolescent Mental Health settings. The position offers a salary range of £70,396 to £80,837 per annum, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Post-graduate Doctoral level training and qualification in Clinical Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Professional registration with HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist is essential.
• Experience working within CAMHS or equivalent, focusing on school settings is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the team to provide mental health and wellbeing services to children and families.
• Liaise with partner agencies and contribute to local and National MHST initiatives.
• Provide clinical supervision and lead on quality improvement projects.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Child and adolescent mental health knowledge

Assessment and treatment expertise

Communication and management skills

Education

Post-graduate Doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology

Professional registration with HCPC

Training in specialized psychological practice

CPD in clinical leadership

Job description

A leading NHS organization in London is seeking a Principal Clinical Psychologist to serve as Clinical Lead for the Greenwich CAMHS Mental Health Support Team. The role involves managing mental health services and supporting a diverse team to improve the mental wellbeing of children and young people. Candidates must have Doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology and experience within Child and Adolescent Mental Health settings. The position offers a salary range of £70,396 to £80,837 per annum, pro rata.