Highly Specialist Applied Psychologist

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Highly Specialist Applied Psychologist to join their dedicated team in York. This role involves providing clinical work, promoting psychological practices, and leading in the development of mental health services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing severe mental health issues and delivering evidence-based therapies. With a focus on professional growth and collaboration, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to contribute to a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist is essential.
• Post-graduate training in clinical/counseling/forensic psychology required.
• Experience in evidence-based psychological therapies is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical work and promote psychological thinking within the team.
• Contribute to clinical leadership and provide specialist psychological assessments.
• Deliver evidence-based therapies and supervise other professionals.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Counseling Psychology

Forensic Psychology

Supervision of Psychological Therapies

Evidence-Based Interventions

Risk Assessment

Education

Doctoral Level Training in Psychology

HCPC Registration

Post-Doctoral Training

Job description

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Highly Specialist Applied Psychologist, York

Client: Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Location: York, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c57edfd53c26

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Job summary

The North York community mental health team are looking to appoint a Band 8a Highly Specialist Applied Psychologist to work as part of our multi-disciplinary team.

Applicants will be required to have post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical / counselling / forensic psychology (or its equivalent prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS and be registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the HCPC. Significant experience and competencies in delivering and supervising evidence-based psychological intervention for SMHP is also essential.

Main duties of the job

A key part of the role is to provide direct clinical work, promote psychological thinking within the team by helping staff develop formulations for clients, offering supervision and joint work, supporting staff wellbeing, and providing training in psychological theory and its implementation.

The successful candidate will have substantial experience working psychologically with individuals experiencing severe mental health issues and possess competencies in evidence-based psychological therapies for SMHP. They will contribute to the clinical leadership of the service, providing specialist psychological assessments, formulations, and delivering evidence-based therapies and supervision. They will also contribute to service development and professional leadership within the psychological professions.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby.

From education and prevention to crisis and specialist care, our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with patients, communities, and partners to improve mental health and wellbeing.

We prioritize listening to our patients and their families, ensuring they are supported and understood. Our goal is to help everyone in our region lead their best possible life with access to quality mental health care.

We offer opportunities for peer support, supervision, CPD, teaching, training, research, and audits aligned with strategic goals. We have strong links with the Hull and Teesside D Clinical Psychology Programme, providing academic and clinical supervision opportunities.

Date posted

28 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£53,755 to £60,504 per year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

346-NYA-031-25-B

Job locations

Huntington House, Jockey Lane, York, YO32 9XW

Job responsibilities

Applicants should be motivated, enthusiastic, flexible, and resilient. Experience working with individuals with complex mental health issues, including psychosis and personality disorders, is essential.

Psychologists and Psychological Therapists play key leadership roles within the Trust. We have developed leadership profiles for each psychology band, and the profile for this post is attached on NHS Jobs. More information about the NHS Leadership Academy's Healthcare Leadership Model can be found on their website, and these resources will be considered in the interview process.

Applicants must obtain prior approval from their current line manager for secondment. If permanent funding is secured, the successful candidate will be confirmed on a permanent basis.

Additional contact: Dr. Stephen Donaldson (Psychological Professions Lead)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
• Post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical / counselling / forensic psychology (or its equivalent prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS
• Training in clinical supervision and supervision of doctoral trainees
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Post-doctoral training in specialized psychological areas
• Training in care co-ordination

Desirable

• Registration with BPS

Experience

Essential

• Qualified applied psychologist experience across diverse client groups and care settings
• Full clinical responsibility for psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in teaching, training, supervision, research, and quality improvement

Desirable

• Experience collaborating with statutory, voluntary, and private sectors

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence-based practice
• Risk assessment and management
• Clinical governance
• Legislation relevant to mental health
• Research and audit methodologies
• Social Inclusion
• The Trust’s Quality Improvement System