Psychologist

Archer Resourcing; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a developing and innovative service dedicated to enhancing young people's psychological well-being. This role involves delivering specialist psychological assessments and interventions, providing therapy, and contributing to service development initiatives. The position offers ongoing training and supervision to support your professional growth. You'll work collaboratively with mental health teams and engage in projects aimed at improving service quality. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in therapeutic services and mental health.
• Full UK driving licence required for travel across a large area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist psychological assessments and interventions for young people.
• Provide individual and group therapy, including crisis planning.
• Supervise junior staff and conduct service evaluations.

Skills

Psychological Assessments

Therapeutic Interventions

Group Therapy Facilitation

Risk Management

Consultation and Guidance

Education

Postgraduate qualification in psychology

Job description

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Overview:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a developing and innovative service focused on improving young people’s psychological well-being and supporting reunification with their families. The service offers structured, long-term therapeutic interventions through weekly individual and group sessions over 18 to 24 months.

You will be provided with ongoing training and supervision aligned with your role and professional development needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical and Client Care

• Deliver specialist psychological assessments and interventions for young people and families
• Provide individual and group therapy, including facilitating Service User Network (SUN) groups focused on coping strategies and crisis planning
• Monitor and manage risk, creating appropriate risk management plans
• Act as keyworker and participate in multi-agency planning and reviews

Team & Service Contribution

• Promote a psychologically informed environment
• Support delivery of accessible services to diverse communities
• Provide consultation and guidance to colleagues, working collaboratively with mental health teams and external professionals

Policy & Service Development

• Implement and contribute to service policies and procedures
• Participate in young person engagement and service development initiatives
• Involve yourself in relevant projects and quality improvement

Resource Management

• Use organisational resources responsibly
• Monitor and request supplies/equipment as needed

Supervision & Management

• Supervise junior staff or assistant psychologists (where applicable)
• Receive monthly management and bi-monthly clinical supervision

Training & Research

• Provide specialist training to other professionals where appropriate
• Conduct service evaluations, audits, and research projects

Information Governance

• Maintain high standards of clinical record-keeping in line with policy
• Ensure compliance with data protection and professional standards

Requirements:

• Postgraduate qualification in psychology (clinical, forensic, applied, etc.) or a relevant therapeutic discipline
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in therapeutic services, mental health, and working with children or young people
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience with learning disabilities, social work, or youth/community work
• Previous experience facilitating group therapy

Additional Information:

• Hybrid working model: face-to-face and virtual attendance required
• Some travel across a large geographic area expected
• Occasional weekend work may be required
• Line management provided by a Clinical Lead

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Public Health, and Health and Human Services

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