Clinical Psychologist – Learning Disabilities (Community MDT, CPD)

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust; Kettering; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare organization in Kettering is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities. The role involves providing assessments, interventions, and training within a multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities include delivering complex psychological assessments, engaging in research activities, and contributing to the development of positive behaviour support. Candidates should have a relevant psychological qualification and experience working with adults with learning disabilities. This role promises professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Excellent quality supervision

Opportunity for CPD

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities is essential.
• Experience with children and young people is advantageous.
• An understanding of trauma-informed practices is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex assessments and formulations for service users.
• Deliver interventions based on psychological models.
• Attend supervision training and supervise trainees as needed.
• Engage in audits and research opportunities.

Skills

Complex assessments and formulations

Training and indirect work with care providers

Reflective practice

Positive behaviour support

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant psychological qualification

Job description

A community healthcare organization in Kettering is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities. The role involves providing assessments, interventions, and training within a multidisciplinary team. Key responsibilities include delivering complex psychological assessments, engaging in research activities, and contributing to the development of positive behaviour support. Candidates should have a relevant psychological qualification and experience working with adults with learning disabilities. This role promises professional development in a supportive environment.