Clinical or Counselling Psychologist (Developmental Role)

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a part-time Clinical or Counselling Psychologist for their Early Intervention Service. This role involves providing psychological assessments and interventions for adults with complex mental health issues. Ideal candidates will be able to work autonomously and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. Benefits include excellent career progression opportunities and a supportive environment for professional development. The role is 22.5 hours per week, with a focus on cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS Discount

Competitive pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience providing psychological assessment and intervention in mental health settings.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment and intervention for adults with severe mental health difficulties.
• Supervise assistant psychologists and clinical team members.
• Work towards promotion criteria for band 8a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist.

Skills

Cognitive-behavioral therapy for psychosis

Psychological assessment

Team collaboration

Digital technology use

Education

Qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologist

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment and intervention for adults with severe and/or complex mental health difficulties presenting in the Early Intervention Service and their families in outpatient, community and inpatient settings as required. This may include the use of digital technology.
• Supervise and support the psychological assessment and interventions provided by assistant and trainee psychologists and other clinical members of the team who provide psychologically based care and treatment, dependent on experience.
• Provide ad hoc advice, consultation and supervision on clients' psychological care to colleagues and other professionals as delegated by the Principal Clinical Psychologist.
• Work towards the standards, duties and responsibilities expected of a band 8a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist, which, if achieved in line with developmental reviews, will lead to an opportunity for promotion to band 8a.

You will excel at working autonomously, managing a caseload and taking responsibility for the governance of your psychological practice within a multidisciplinary team. You will be familiar with utilising research skills for audit, policy and service development.

A part-time opportunity has arisen for a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join the Bucks Early Intervention Service in a developmental role. We are looking for an enthusiastic and resourceful person who is able to work within a multi-disciplinary team both independently and with initiative. We are looking for a person who has the ability to provide specialist cognitive‑behavioural therapy for psychosis and the ability to use their skills to support and motivate colleagues and clients. You will have experience of working alongside a range of other professionals to provide psychological advice and consultation regarding formulation and treatment. We welcome applications from newly or soon‑to‑be qualified clinical or counselling psychologists. Please note this role is part‑time working 22.5 hours per week.

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team".

Benefits

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team