Principle Clinical Psychologist

NSFT Jobs; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Principal Clinical Psychologist within a supportive and dedicated team in Ipswich. This role emphasizes clinical leadership, allowing you to shape the mental health pathway for older adults while fostering a culture of recovery and personalized care. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, deliver high-quality assessments, and provide essential training and supervision. With ongoing professional development and a nurturing environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about mental health and committed to evidence-based practices. Join a welcoming community that values shared learning and transformation.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Access to professional networks

Qualifications

• Experience in leading mental health pathways for older adults.
• Ability to deliver high-quality assessments and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of older people’s mental health pathway.
• Provide supervision and training to staff.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Mental Health Recovery

Supervision and Training

Evidence-based Practice

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Job description

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 8b Clinical Psychologist to work within NSFT in the East Suffolk Older Adults acute ward (Willows, Ipswich Hospital) and Dementia Intensive Support Service (DISTE), in Ipswich and the surrounding area.

This role involves leading the development of the older people’s mental health pathway, working as part of an experienced multidisciplinary team, and supporting mental health recovery in older adults. You will have the support of a qualified Clinical Associate Psychologist and psychological therapists, and be part of a large, supportive team across East Suffolk.

You will play a key role in further developing the pathway in line with our transformation objectives. This is a clinical leadership position, supporting your professional growth. You will deliver high-quality assessments and treatments focusing on formulation within the older people’s mental health pathway in Ipswich. Additionally, you will provide supervision, training, and reflective practice to staff.

We encourage a culture based on recovery, compassion, choice, and personalized care, with you serving as a role model. You will be committed to evidence-based practice and stay informed about current national models relating to mental health services.

At NSFT, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, and supportive team that values shared learning and development. We offer ongoing training and a nurturing environment for your professional growth.

Why work for us?

Despite challenges, we have ambitious goals and exciting transformation initiatives. Our strong professional networks and leadership team ensure you are well cared for and supported.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk?

The region offers warm, welcoming communities, proximity to beautiful coastlines and Broads National Park, and is just an hour and a half from London with an international airport in Norwich. The area boasts rich history, independent cafes, shops, theatres, excellent amenities, top schools, and affordable housing.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Dr Linda Crawford
• Job Title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Mental Health Care