Clinical Psychologist

NHS; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Main duties of the job

Do you aspire to make a meaningful impact to the lives of individuals on their recovery journey? We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about delivering transformative care across our neurological rehabilitation services: Loyd House, Christchurch View, and Park House.

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Job responsibilities

At Active Care Group, every success story highlights our commitment to holistic, patient-centred care. Dennis’s journey at Christchurch View exemplifies the impact of this dedication. Years of trauma led Dennis to alcohol addiction, which, combined with a brain injury from two strokes and repeated falls and seizures, left him unable to live independently. However, with support from our team, Dennis has regained independence. Today, he is a volunteer, helping other residents with arts and crafts, cooking, and various activities. Reflecting on his progress, he says, “I can look at myself in the mirror now and like myself.”

Dennis’s story showcases how through tailored interventions, individuals can overcome significant challenges—from addiction to the effects of brain injury—and regain autonomy in their lives. This is the type of meaningful change you’ll facilitate every day across our services.

If you’re ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of service users like Dennis, apply today to join our team at Active Care Group.

What you'll be working:

Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

We are offering a £2,000 per annum travel allowance to support commuting costs, along with additional mileage reimbursement for travel between sites if required.

What you'll be doing:

As a Clinical Psychologist, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering assessments and therapeutic interventions to service users with brain injury and complex neurological conditions. Your work will be instrumental in creating and guiding personalized rehabilitation plans to promote independence and recovery.

Your impact:

• Conduct psychological assessments to understand the needs of each individual and develop tailored care plans that address their unique challenges.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions, helping service users adjust to life-changing injuries or conditions and reach their full potential.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of individual and group treatment programmes.
• Collaborate with a diverse, interdisciplinary team of clinicians to ensure holistic care that integrates physical and psychological rehabilitation.
• Support families and carers, giving them the tools and understanding to help their loved ones recover and thrive.
• Play an integral role in the continuous development of a service that changes lives, contributing your expertise to service improvement initiatives.
• Keep people safe from any harm and protect their human rights.

What to look forward to:

• Birthday off.
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e-learning and face-to-face training and development opportunities.
• Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop.
• Free 24-hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice.
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension.
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians.
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme.
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits.
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know.
• ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Current HCPC registration.

Experience

• Experience or an evident and demonstrable interest in neuropsychology and/or behavioural interventions.
• Ability to create a trusting therapeutic relationship that empowers service users in their recovery.
• Passion for multidisciplinary teamwork and delivering holistic care.
• Commitment to making a difference in the lives of service users and their families.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.