Learning Disabilities Clinical Psychologist - Preceptorship

Dorset Healthcare; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a clinical psychologist to work with adults who have learning disabilities. This full-time role spans 37.5 hours per week, offering diverse responsibilities including assessments, therapy, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Candidates should have experience or training in this field and a commitment to professional development. Opportunities for supervision, service development, and involvement in research initiatives are included.

Benefits

Comprehensive Preceptorship Programme

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience or training in working with adults who have learning disabilities.
• Knowledge of capacity assessments and differential diagnoses.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical work with adults with learning disabilities.
• Engage in group work with colleagues.
• Offer consultation and supervision of other professionals.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to service development and research initiatives.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Experience with adults who have learning disabilities

Knowledge of capacity assessments

Experience with a range of therapies

Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team (MDT)

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a clinical psychologist to work with adults who have learning disabilities. This full-time role spans 37.5 hours per week, offering diverse responsibilities including assessments, therapy, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Candidates should have experience or training in this field and a commitment to professional development. Opportunities for supervision, service development, and involvement in research initiatives are included.