Senior Clinical Psychologist — Crisis Response & Leadership

NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a dedicated Clinical Psychologist to work within the Acute and Crisis Pathway. This role combines direct clinical care with strategic leadership in a multidisciplinary team, emphasizing crisis intervention and management. The successful candidate will lead complex case assessments and support junior psychology posts. Commitment to a welcoming and supportive team environment is essential. The location offers a blend of historical richness and natural beauty, with easy access to London.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health crisis intervention and management.
• Ability to assess and manage risk of harm, including suicide.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills in a multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage risk of harm to self or others.
• Provide evidence-based brief interventions and advice.
• Support acute hospital colleagues in managing mental health cases.
• Lead the assessment of complex cases involving physical and mental health needs.

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a dedicated Clinical Psychologist to work within the Acute and Crisis Pathway. This role combines direct clinical care with strategic leadership in a multidisciplinary team, emphasizing crisis intervention and management. The successful candidate will lead complex case assessments and support junior psychology posts. Commitment to a welcoming and supportive team environment is essential. The location offers a blend of historical richness and natural beauty, with easy access to London.