Counselling Psychologist - # JBD08401

DCA Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

A mental health service provider is seeking a Clinical / Counselling Psychologist to work in London. The role involves providing diagnostic assessments and supporting individuals with autism and ADHD. Candidates must have a degree in Clinical Psychology and HCPC registration. The position offers a competitive salary of £63,000-£71,000 per year for 15 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Degree in Clinical Psychology required.
• HCPC registration is mandatory.
• Willingness to train in specific diagnostic assessment instruments.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the diagnostic assessment of autism and ADHD.
• Provide advice and support to professionals and families.
• Support research projects ensuring evidence-based interventions.

Skills

Understanding of the needs of autistic individuals

Understanding of ADHD and its impacts

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in Clinical Psychology

Registered member of HCPC

Job description

Job Description

Clinical / Counselling Psychologist (Autism and ADHD Assessor)

London, Kensington Therapy Rooms

Pay: £63,000- £71,000 per year (pro rata, dependent on experience)

Hours: 15 hours per week

Responsible to: Clinical Psychologist

Accountable To: Lead Clinical Psychologist

Our Company

The Nook Therapy Clinic is a specialist healthcare company working to support adults, children, young people, and their families affected by mental health, Autism and ADHD conditions to support individuals and families to reach their full potential.

Main Purpose of the Job

This post holder will work as part of The Nook Therapy Clinic, providing diagnostic assessments to young people and adults.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the diagnostic assessment of autism and ADHD in children, young people, and adults.
• Provide specialist advice and support to multi-disciplinary and multi-agency professionals and families working with neuro-diverse children, young people, and adults.
• Contribute to the development, coordination and evaluation of specialist interventions provided within the Neurodevelopmental Service.
• Support and contribute to research projects, ensuring interventions are evidence-based and comply with NICE guidelines, current legislation pertaining to autism and ADHD and professional standards.

Communication and Relationships

Communicate with clients, their relatives and multi-agency professionals regarding complex condition-related, sensitive and/or distressing information.

Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience

• Relevant degree in Clinical Psychology and Registered member of HCPC.
• Willingness to train in the use of specific autism and ADHD diagnostic assessment instruments
• Demonstrates an understanding of the needs of autistic individuals, individuals with ADHD and their families/carers/partners.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. We are committed to equality and diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or race.