Psychological Therapist

NHS National Services Scotland; Larbert; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare service in Larbert seeks a Psychological Therapist to enhance the Infant Mental Health Service. You will provide psychological assessments and interventions for infants aged 0-3, collaborating with various healthcare departments. Ideal candidates possess a Mental Health Qualification and experience working with children. The role promotes evidence-based practices and requires active engagement in continuing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Mental Health Qualification.
• Training in two evidence-based psychological interventions is required.
• Experience with children/young people with complex problems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychological assessment and intervention to infants (0-3 years).
• Collaborate with Women’s & Children’s Services and other departments.
• Engage in evidence-based and collaborative practices.

Skills

Direct psychological assessment

Evidence-based psychological interventions

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Education

Mental Health Qualification (e.g., RMN, MHO, AHP, CAAP)

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity to develop the Infant Mental Health (IMH) Service in NHS Forth Valley. We are recruiting an enthusiastic Psychological Therapist to work within the IMH sub-specialty for Children & Young People’s Psychological Services, to shape the service for infants (aged 0-3) in Forth Valley.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct psychological assessment and intervention to infants (0–3 years) and support their families/carers.
• Work within the IMH sub-specialty, collaborating with Women’s & Children’s Services, Paediatric Psychology, and Adult Psychological Services colleagues where appropriate.
• Engage in evidence-based, person-centred and collaborative practice, and participate in multi-agency work as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and in a programme of clinical CPD; take advantage of supervision and opportunities for specialist clinical interests.
• Contribute to the team’s governance, clinical supervision, and job planning processes, and support service development activities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Mental Health Qualification (e.g., RMN, MHO, AHP, CAAP).
• Training in two evidence-based psychological interventions is required.
• Experience of working with children and young people with complex problems is advantageous.
• Experience or training in attachment-based interventions and trauma would be beneficial.

Enquiries

For informal enquiries contact Dr Joanne Crockett, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, on 01324 567196 or [e-mail].

Additional information

• The post requires membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
• Information on PVG can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.
• Applicants should provide original responses to all questions in the application form. The use of AI or third-party assistance to generate or significantly modify responses is discouraged. By submitting your application you confirm the work is your own.
• Most correspondence is sent by email; please check your email and Jobtrain account for updates.
• NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and offers interview opportunities to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Reasonable adjustments can be arranged by contacting the Recruitment Office.
• NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of society.