Senior Clinical & Forensic Psychologist - Community Care

Livewell Southwest; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Plymouth is seeking a Principal Clinical / Forensic Psychologist to enhance community mental health services. You will work directly with individuals experiencing complex psychosis, providing essential psychological assessments and therapy. The role demands effective communication and relationship skills to support vulnerable clients, alongside collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. An ideal candidate will have a doctoral-level qualification and experience in similar settings. Enjoy a rewarding career that makes a tangible difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Protected CPD time

Training pathways

Funding for qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults experiencing complex psychosis.
• Qualified psychologist with experience in multidisciplinary settings.
• Ability to produce complex medico-legal reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessments and interventions for clients.
• Support the delivery of psychologically informed care.
• Develop specialized treatment plans for complex psychological issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Psychological assessment methods

Ability to work autonomously

Team collaboration

Education

Doctoral-level qualification in Clinical Psychology

Registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)

Chartered Status within the BPS

Job description

A healthcare organization in Plymouth is seeking a Principal Clinical / Forensic Psychologist to enhance community mental health services. You will work directly with individuals experiencing complex psychosis, providing essential psychological assessments and therapy. The role demands effective communication and relationship skills to support vulnerable clients, alongside collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. An ideal candidate will have a doctoral-level qualification and experience in similar settings. Enjoy a rewarding career that makes a tangible difference in people's lives.