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Clinical or Counselling Psychologist

Facial Palsy UK

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Job summary

An established healthcare charity is seeking a dedicated Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to lead an innovative research project focused on the emotional impacts of facial palsy. This rewarding role involves collaborating with a small, passionate team to develop assessment methods, analyze data, and advocate for mental health support. The ideal candidate will possess a doctoral degree in psychology, strong communication skills, and a commitment to improving the lives of individuals affected by facial palsy. Join a mission-driven organization that values empathy and research to make a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Workplace pension

Flexible part-time hours

Remote working environment

Supervision support

Qualifications

Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology required.
Experience in conducting research and publishing reports.
Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication.

Responsibilities

Lead the research project and analyze data.
Conduct virtual psychological assessments and provide support.
Write reports to advocate for mental health services.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Counselling Skills

Research Methodology

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Communication

Empathy

IT Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Doctoral Degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Zoom

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Job Description and Person Specification

About Facial Palsy UK

Facial Palsy UK is a small national healthcare charity established in 2012. It is the first of its kind specifically to help people affected by facial palsy due to any cause. It is the only charity specifically supporting this patient group in the UK and is a global leader regarding the level of support provided and awareness raised.

Vision

A society where facial palsy is widely recognised and every person in the UK affected is able to access the information, treatment and support they need.

Job details

The successful applicant for this rewarding role will join our small and friendly team and be the lead team member of an innovative research project.

Job Title: Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, Band 8a.

Responsible to: Co-CEO

Salary and benefits: £53,755 – 60,504 per annum (pro rata) dependent on experience. Workplace pension.

Fixed Term Contract: 18 months (the contract will automatically terminate at the end of the 18-month period).

Hours of work: 14 hours per week (can be a mix of day and evening hours subject to being available to liaise with other staff members and accomplish tasks relevant to the role).

Holiday entitlement: 25 days plus statutory holidays (pro rata for part-time)

Location: Home based

Interviews: dates to be confirmed, via Zoom – day/evening slots possible.

Estimated start date: 1 September 2025 with some flexibility

About the project

Emteq Labs and Facial Palsy UK are collaborating on an important research initiative aimed at exploring the emotional impacts of facial palsy. This project focuses on understanding the mental health needs of individuals with facial palsy and developing effective support mechanisms to aid their wellbeing.

A direct-to-consumer app will help patients to track their recovery from Bell’s palsy or Ramsay Hunt syndrome whilst measuring pain and psychological symptoms. Patients meeting certain criteria based on their App scores will be offered virtual psychological assessment and signposting to information and services that can help.

The overall aims of the project are to collect prospective data on the psychological and physical impact of facial palsy using standardised clinical scoring tools. This data will increase the evidence base with the aim of influencing funders to improve services for this patient group.

Five facial palsy specialist clinics without psychological support for patients will be recruited for this project and will work closely with the person in this role.

Role summary

We are seeking a qualified Psychologist to lead this project. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Choosing assessment methods, collecting and analysing data.
Writing comprehensive reports to highlight the need for mental health support among individuals with facial palsy.
Conducting virtual psychological assessments, signposting to mental health services and self-help tools.

Key responsibilities

Develop and oversee the implementation of the research project. Collect and analyse data and prepare detailed reports and presentations to share findings with stakeholders and the broader community.
Promote the participation of individuals with facial palsy in the research project. Propose assessment tools used in the project.
Provide immediate psychological support to participants expressing urgent needs. Offer guidance and signposting as required.
Contribute to support groups on an ad hoc basis (evening hours, usually between 7 and 8:30pm).
Conduct a one-on-one virtual assessment with patients requiring additional psychological support and provide self-help tools and signposting as required. There will be the option of one further follow-up session, if clinically indicated.
Write to GPs to advocate on behalf of patients needing to access local mental health services.
Develop educational and informative content aimed at raising awareness and understanding of facial palsy and associated mental health challenges.
Maintain confidential database records of contacts made and support provided.
Abide by Facial Palsy UK’s policies and procedures.
Act in a responsible and sensitive manner at all times, respecting the privacy of information received and stored, and safeguarding the interest of affected people.
Ensure compliance with all relevant statutory requirements, including but not limited to: General Data Protection Regulations, Equality and Diversity, and Safeguarding of children and adults at risk.
Actively participate in meetings and appropriate training.

Main accountabilities of the post

Effective support with empathy.
High quality research data, analysis and reports.

Communications

The post holder will communicate internally and externally with a wide range of people and organisations at all levels and is required to establish excellent working relationships.

Essential knowledge, skills and qualifications required

Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counselling Psychology.
Evidence of conducting research.
Proven track record of published research and/or reports in relevant areas.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to empathise and interact effectively with individuals experiencing health challenges.
Registered with the Health and Care Professional Standards Council (HCPC).
A passion and enthusiasm for improving the lives of people affected by facial palsy, and able to listen, learn and empathise.
Excellent attention to detail.
Confident IT user, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Excellent communication skills – oral and written.
Self-starter with good problem-solving skills and able to work alone.
Excellent collaborative worker and able to work well in remote teams.
Ability to determine priorities and targets, work well under pressure and to tight deadlines.
The postholder must hold Personal Indemnity Insurance.
Experience in working with people with physical health conditions and group therapy is highly desirable.
Experience of working with a voluntary organisation.
Knowledge of facial palsy.
Experience of Zoom or other communications platforms.

Facial Palsy UK is a small charity and so the post holder should have a flexible approach to work including willingness to take on tasks outside the normal remit. They should be willing to work irregular hours where required and travel within the UK; they will receive time-off in lieu of extra hours worked and expenses will be paid in line with Facial Palsy UK’s expenses policy.

What we offer

The opportunity to contribute to important research that can significantly impact the lives of those with facial palsy.
Flexible part-time hours to accommodate your schedule.
A supportive and collaborative remote working environment including one hour per month supervision.

Confidentiality

The post holder will have access to confidential information and is expected to ensure that the highest level of confidentiality is maintained at all times.

Office base

The role is home-based and additional ‘use of home allowance’ will be made on a pro rata basis.

How to apply

Please send acovering letter and CVtojobs@facialpalsy.org.ukgiving examples of your experience inconducting research,providing psychological support,and IT skills. Please also detail what has attracted you to the role. If you have any questions about the role please contact us onjobs@facialpalsy.org.uk.

References

If offered the position, it’s preferable that one of the two references be from your current or most recent employer and the referee should be either your line manager or the personnel department.

No agencies please.

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