Principal Clinical Psychologist

Isle of Man Public Service Careers; Douglas; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher salary than UK

27 days annual leave + 10 holidays

Pension schemes

Relocation package up to £7,000

Recruitment incentive £3,000

Free on-site parking

Training & development centre

Cycle to work

Housing assistance

Counselling services

Job summary

Isle of Man Public Service Careers in Douglas, Isle of Man, invites applications for Principal Clinical Psychologist within the Community Mental Health Service for Adults. You will perform specialist psychological assessments, develop evidence-based treatment plans and deliver tailored interventions to adults with complex mental health needs.

Join a welcoming multidisciplinary team, contribute to service development, training and supervision, and enjoy excellent work-life balance, generous

Qualifications

• Specialist psychology experience in adults with complex mental health needs.
• Proven ability to conduct specialist assessments and develop evidence-based plans.
• Experience delivering tailored psychological interventions and supervising others.

Responsibilities

• Carry out specialist psychological assessments for adults with complex needs.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans and deliver tailored interventions.
• Adapt approaches to meet each person’s needs and provide person-focused care.
• Contribute to service development, research and evaluation through consultation, training and supervision.

Skills

Adult mental health psychology

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Communication & teamwork

Job description

\"If you are looking for better work/life balance and want more time to spend with friends and family, or to live in a place where you feel safe and belong, I would really recommend the Isle of Man.\"

- Clare, Clinical Lead / Lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist

About the role

Ready to take the next step in your psychology career and use your expertise to support adults with complex mental health needs?

Join our Community Mental Health Service for Adults on the Isle of Man as Principal Clinical Psychologist, where you’ll carry out specialist psychological assessments, develop evidence based treatment plans and deliver tailored interventions, adapting your approach to meet each person’s needs.

Bring your specialist psychology experience to a welcoming multidisciplinary team, where you can use your clinical expertise to provide person focused care while sharing your knowledge through consultation, training and supervision. You’ll also have opportunities to contribute to service development, research and evaluation, while enjoying an excellent work life balance and everything Island life has to offer. Broaden your experience and take the next step in your psychology career. Apply today!

A workplace that invests in you

• Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.


• A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.


• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.


• Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.


• Free on-site car parking.


• Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.


• Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.


• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.


• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.


• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.


• Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.


• A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment. To find out more about our relocation package click here.

Making the Isle of Man your new home

A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover!

You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The Island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations.

Want to find out more about Island life? Visit www.locate.im to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man!

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the Island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.