Clinical Psychologist (Band 7/ 8a) (Band 7/8a (may be on band 6 briefly if awaiting HCPC regist[...]

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS; Derby; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Derbyshire Healthcare NHS as a Clinical Psychologist to work with adults with learning disabilities in a rewarding environment. You will join a supportive team, focusing on individual and group therapy, and benefit from extensive professional development opportunities. This role supports flexible working arrangements and aims to make a positive difference in people's lives.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health service discounts

Commitment to ongoing training

Free confidential employee assistance programme

Incremental pay progression

Qualifications

• Registered with Health and Care Professions Council.
• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities.
• Enthusiasm for psychology and providing effective consultation.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological interventions as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Conduct assessments and develop therapeutic plans.
• Work flexibly in clinical settings and remotely.

Skills

Communication skills

Psychological assessment

Consultation

Supervision skills

Education

Post-graduate doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Job description

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Band 7/8a (may be on band 6 briefly if awaiting HCPC registration)

Main area Psychology Grade Band 7/8a (may be on band 6 briefly if awaiting HCPC registration) Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 30 hours per week Job ref 383-SPE-5692-25

Site St Andrew's House Town Derby Salary B6 until HCPC qualified. B7 until completed preceptorship. Closing 02/06/2025 23:59

Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.

We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.

Job overview

We have an exciting post fora registered (or soon to be qualified) Clinical Psychologistwho is passionate about working with people with learning disabilities.

The post is offered at a band 7 or 8a (dependent on experience) with the potential for progression from band 7 to 8a through a competency-based gateway.

You would be joining a friendly and well-established team of psychologists who provide psychological interventions as part of a multi-disciplinary community team for adults with learning disabilities.

Our work includes individual therapy, group work, systemic working, indirect work, neuropsychological assessment, service development, leadership opportunities and training.

We are an innovative team and keen to develop the skills of our staff in areas they are passionate about. We also have close links with the Trent Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and we are a core placement for Trainee Clinical Psychologists, who are an important and valued part of our team.

We are also part of a strong and progressive Division of Psychology & Psychological Therapies, with dedicated psychology leadership and a vision to support all people in Derbyshire to live their best life. This means that there are a range of opportunities for support and supervision both within the learning disability team, and the wider division.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic psychologist who is motivated to work within the service and actively contribute to its ongoing development.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate must have an enthusiasm and experience of working with adults with learning disabilities.

You will need towork flexibly both directly in clinical settings and through remote contact with clients, carers and colleagues.

You willneed to be able to meet the travel requirements of the post and have access to a private and secure space for remote working practices.

Working for our organisation

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.”

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years’ service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Working for Derbyshire Healthcare within the Division of Psychology & Psychological Therapies provides notable opportunities for career development and progression and provides access to CPD and cross service networking to enhance clinical experience, expertise and understandings.

The ANS/ LD Psychology team is proud of our commitment to good clinical practice, and is a supportive and welcoming group of professionals with diverse skills and expertise. The team sits within a strong and progressive Division of Psychology & Psychological Therapies where the valuing and sharing of specialist skills and knowledge is strongly encouraged across specialties.

There are opportunities to receive specialist supervision and training across the Service and the Division that enables active CPD and career progression with access to broader peer support for guidance and advice.

Research is encouraged to raise the profile of people with neurodevelopmental needs and the psychology team is actively looking to progress in this area to optimise service development. The Trust encourages the participation in personal and professional development and has good links with the regional university training courses.

Person specification

Attainments & Qualifications

• Post–graduate doctorate in Clinical Psychology or due to complete training in 2025
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (or eligible if due to complete training in 2025)
• Post qualification in area of speciality
• Skill and experience relating to the assessment and management of risk for adults with learning disabilities

Knowledge and skills

• Very high level of communication skills in written format
• Skills in providing consultation and supervision to non-psychology colleagues and teaching/training skills
• Knowledge and skills in the application of psychological assessments and interventions in different cultural contexts and where there are communication/language barriers
• Specialist assessment and therapeutic skills related to complex, severe and enduring psychological problems experienced by adults with learning disabilities with additional complex needs including communication difficulties, sensory difficulties, complex trauma histories, comorbid mental health needs and who present complex challenges to services
• Skills in adapting knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies and methodologies to adults with learning disabilities with associated complex needs

Experience

• Experience of working as a qualified (or soon to be) clinical psychologist in a relevant clinical speciality
• Experience of working with adults with learning disabilities and their families/ carers in community settings
• Experience of working with multidisciplinary staff teams and interagency working to support the delivery of therapeutic care
• Experience of providing teaching, training and supervision
• Experience of specialist assessments for learning disabilities for psychological needs
• Experience of working with clients with complex mental health problems
• Experience of working with clients who present challenges to services, where risks of self- harm or harm to others is a key feature

Personal

• Possess an enthusiasm for psychology in relation to adults with learning disabilities and including comorbid mental health problems and/or complex needs
• Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post

Additional Information

Flexible Working

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.

Disability Confident Employer

The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.

If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or email [e-mail] and we will be happy to provide assistance.

DBS Checks

The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month’s salary.

This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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